Community Support Specialist- Children Position Available In DeSoto, Mississippi

Community Support Specialist- Children 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars Hernando, MS 38632 Bachelor of Social Work, Psychology, or related service field and Certified by DMH or professionally licensed. 12 months, 8 hours daily, 8:00-5:00 (one hour lunch break) As established by Region IV Mental Health Services in accordance with current salary scale

Responsibilities:

Treat individuals with dignity and respect Help individuals maintain highest possible level of independent functioning Make home visits as required by individual need and service plan Perform routine assessments of the individual, family/home situation as it relates to the individual’s needs Link individuals to needed resources Provide psycho-education to individuals as needed Monitor medication compliance Provide services as it relates to the service plan and individual’s needs Participate in consultation with other agencies Complete all paperwork as scheduled Work collaboratively with other mental health staff and outside agencies Paiiicipate in agency meetings Be punctual while performing all duties Adhere to agency policies Adhere to DMH standards for community support services service delivery Complete all training requirements Possess the ability to work independently and readily adapt to change Maintain access to a vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license Adhere to the ACA Code of Ethics Attend workshops/seminars as required (may involve overnight stay) Adhere to agency dress code and demonstrate professional appeai•ance Adhere to duties directed by

Supervisors and Executive Director Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$19,300.29 – $25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Retirement plan

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Education:

Bachelor’s (Required)

Work Location:

In person