Community Support Specialist

Must have the equivalent of a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a related field and 2 years of related experience or an Associates Degree and 4 years of related experience.

Job Duties:

Assessing and Monitoring a client's adjustment to community living. Monitoring client participation and progress in organized treatment programs to assure the planned provision of service according to the client's individual treatment plan. Participating in the development or revision of a specific individualized treatment plan. Providing individual assistance to clients in accessing needed mental health services including accompanying client to appointments to address medical or other health needs. Providing individual assistance to clients in accessing a variety of public services including financial and medical assistance and housing, including assistance on an emergency basis, and directly helping to meet needs for food, shelter, and clothing. Training, coaching, and supporting in daily living skills, including housekeeping, cooking, personal grooming, accessing transportation, keeping a budget, paying bills, and maintaining an independent residence. Providing support to families. Providing crisis intervention and resolution, on an unscheduled basis (To include crisis not during normal business hours). Transportation of clients will be provided in the Community Support Specialist's personally owned vehicle. Community Support will be required to maintain their personal insurance coverage and be able to show proof of said insurance.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $17.08 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person