Community Support Specialist (PSH) Position Available In East Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Community Support Specialist (PSH) Start Corporation – 3.8 Baton Rouge, LA Job Details Full-time $40,000 – $45,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Mileage reimbursement Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications Sociology Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Psychology Entry level

Full Job Description Minimum Job Requirements:

Bachelor Degree in Sociology, Psychology, or Counseling. Job Duties /

Skills Required:

Provides home and community based supportive services for clients and arranges for the provision of services from community resources based on the case plan. Incorporates skill building and supportive interventions to restore and rehabilitate social and interpersonal skills and daily living skills. Completes all required documentation and forms for clients on caseload. Ascertains resources outside of Start when necessary to meet client’s specific needs. Maintains a clear driving record in order to be able to drive company vehicles to provide transportation to clients. Attends weekly and/or monthly staff meetings. Provides and submits at least 25 hours (100 units) of reimbursable services per week.

Core Competencies:

Communicates respectfully and effectively and establishes professional relationships through active listening and demonstration of empathy and positive regard. Promotes recovery, independence, and personal choice for participants. Assists clients in identifying strengths, needs, and realistic goals to develop a service plan. Accurately identifies risk and responds appropriately. Effectively teaches social skills and household management skills. Demonstrates knowledge of behavioral health symptoms, interventions, and impact. Maintains professional boundaries and operates within agency / ethical guidelines. Knowledge of agency and community resources and referral processes.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$40,000.00 – $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid sick time Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person