Program Specialist - Direct

Program Specialist - Direct 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars 2030 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001 Full-time Integrated Services of Kalamazoo 18 reviews Full-time Would you like to be a valuable member of a diversity driven, mission-minded team that impacts our community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to work as a Program Specialist! What You Will Be Doing Working as a Program Specialist in our Outpatient Department this position is responsible for supporting a welcoming environment for individuals receiving services at our 2030 Portage Street location. You would be staffing our reception desks, checking individuals in for appointments and answering phone calls. You would also be completing a variety of daily administrative tasks supporting the outpatient programs and persons served. What We Require High School diploma or GED and three years' experience in related mental health field working with target population or Bachelor's Degree in Human Services field and one year experience in related mental health field working with target population. Ability to support the confidential nature of developmental disability, mental health and substance abuse services. Excellent communications skills, interpersonal and human relation skills. Advanced computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, database management and e-mail. Who We Are Integrated Services of Kalamazoo (ISK) has been delivering quality services and programs to improve the lives of those we serve for over 30 years. ISK works with youth, families, and adults with mental illnesses, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders to help them succeed. We provide welcoming and diverse community partnerships which collaborate and share resources to support individuals and families to be successful and achieve their goals in a trauma-informed environment. Why Work For ISK Because we make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve in the Kalamazoo community every day. You will have the opportunity to work with amazing co-workers in an environment that values diversity, inclusion, work/life balance and encourages ongoing education for professional development. We also offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, with some of the best retirement plans in southwest Michigan. You will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, 23 days of PTO and the opportunity to earn additional PTO hours for participating in our wellness program! Come Join Us! Individuals of diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds along with bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply . ISK is an equal opportunity employer that encourages diversity and inclusion among its workforce. ISK fomenta la diversidad y la inclusión. We look forward to meeting you! Physical Requirements /

Working Conditions:

Physical Efforts - Job demands include prolonged sitting and standing as appropriate. May occasionally require light lifting up to 25 pounds, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or bending as appropriate. Requires coordination of hands and/or eye/hand/foot. Working Conditions - Office environment with noise from computers, copy machine, and telephones. Use of computer for periods in excess of 30 minutes at a time. Possible eyestrain from extended periods of computer screen. May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens, infectious diseases, and parasites. Travel throughout the Kalamazoo area is required.

Location:

Integrated Services of Kalamazoo • 571

Schedule:

Full Time, Day Shift, 8pm-5pm, some evenings