PSR/PSI Caseworker

DESCRIPTION

The PSR/PSI Caseworker provides psychosocial rehabilitation for adults with a serious mental illness and or co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse disorder while they attend a day support program. Utilizes a variety of approaches and interventions to promote recovery and assists in successful community integration experiences. Encourages consumers with participation in meaningful psychosocial activities, work and/or training. Promotes mental health recovery by coordinating recovery-based psycho-educational classes designed to empower consumers in their journey of recovery and transformation. Promotes access to treatment by creating a welcoming and accessible environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The implementation and service delivery will include but not be limited to, personal budgeting and financial management, basic living skills, coping skills, personal hygiene, comparative shopping, stress management, etc. Responsible for teaching independent living skills as developed by the Psychosocial Rehabilitation Team in compliance with contractual, Medicaid, Medicare, Department of Mental Health and GCLC requirements. Assist client with learning to compensate for the effects of the symptoms of the illness through the development of new skills and a supportive environment and to counteract the effects of secondary symptoms by restoring a sense of confidence. Responsible for ensuring the safety of all clients and leading meaningful activities within the program milieu. These activities may include but are not limited to therapeutic socialization, classes, community meeting, and other such events that together constitute the schedule of the integrated program model. Proper documentation of services including the beginning and ending time, the duration of billable services, the client's daily goal and description of the participation that day. Responsible for providing transportation services as needed for clients. Requisite, supervise and facilitate recreational and social activities. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to assist clients with disabling mental illness to achieve their maximum level of community integration and self-reliance. Maintains confidentiality of all information regarding clients, staff, physicians, and GCLC obtained as a result of employment. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required High school diploma or high school equivalent. Two (2) years of any combination of experience including working with communities on health or social service related matters, social work/case management experience, behavioral health and/or health care. Must have the ability to assess and utilize community resources. Required to attend in-service training sessions designed to provide training in accordance with GCLC, DOH and Medicaid Standards. Must be able to pass Criminal Records Check and receive CYFD Clearance. Maintain a valid and unrestricted NM Driver's License. Must be able to use personal vehicle over course of employment. Maintain valid and sufficient personal automobile insurance. Must pass and maintain a Driving Record clearance in accordance with GCLC policies and procedures. Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Education, Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Family Studies, or a related degree. Experience working with adults with Severely Disabling Mental Illness (SDMI) preferred. Previous work providing in-home or community-based mental health or case management services. Experience with medically integrated mental health services. Demonstrated interest in rural and community health. Fluency in English and Spanish, both verbal and written.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. May be required to stand for prolonged periods of time, climb stairs, and perform strenuous activity. Physically able to perform Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) techniques to include physically controlling clients. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times. Hearing and vision abilities within normal range (corrected) to drive safely and to observe and communicate with passengers. Must be able to assist passengers when needed.

CONDITIONS OF WORK

Hiring and promotion will be accomplished in compliance with Guidance Center's Personnel Policies and Procedures. This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Requires a minimum 40 hours per week. Hours and/or days may vary according to need. Overtime (time and 1/2) will be paid for hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week. Travel is required of employees for delivery of services, training, or conferences. Personal transportation is mandatory. Guidance Center of Lea County, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.