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Centerstone of Tennessee, Inc.
Community Support Specialist Children and Youth
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$33,987 / year median in Tennessee
+26% projected growth
Job Description
Centerstone is among the nation's leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people's lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team! Centerstone, a trauma-informed organization, endorses an organizational culture built on understanding, recognizing and responding to those affected by trauma to strengthen resilience for our clients, staff and community. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!
JOB DESCRIPTION
SUMMARYOF POSITION
Provides for the safety, permanency and well-being of foster care clients, serving as the primary link between Centerstone, DCS, foster families, biological families, schools, and services needed. Conducts in home visits and manages issues and concerns of foster children/families, provides linkage and referral to other services and supports to enhance family functioning.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Learns and applies Centerstone and DCS Policies and Procedures. Attends and participates in CFTM's. Links clients/families to community resources. Assists families with medication issues when necessary. Helps achieve all EPSDT and Dental requirements, including all necessary follow-up. Signs off on MAR in the foster home. Completes all TFACTS and Centerstone EMR requirements on time. Completes all required face to face visits per DCS policy. Performs documentation within 48 hours of contact Develops plan of care within 30 days of admission and every 90 days thereafter, complete with goals, objectives, interventions. Uses behavior management and crisis management skills when needed. Coordinates case management services with school personnel. Coordinates, transports and supervises visitation as agreed upon in the CFTM. Assists foster parent/s with transportation when needed. Attends court as required. Coordinates community service projects when necessary. Completes required training and continuing education. Completes timesheets in a timely manner. Participates in all staff supervision activities. Participates in 24/7 on-call coverage.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Strong communication skills Strong writing skills Willingness to learn about and provide trauma-informed care required Ability to work independently and as part of a team is requiredQUALIFICATIONS
Education Level Bachelor's degree required. Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice or other behavioral health care field preferred. Years of Experience One year minimum experience with children, youth and families required. Certification/LicensureN/A PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Standing- 10% Sitting
- 70% Squatting
- Occasional Kneeling
- Occasional Bending
- Occasional Driving
- 20% Lifting
- Occasional
DISCLAIMER
The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.Time Type:
Full timePay Range:
$16.50- 23.