Community Support Specialist

Job Summary As a community support specialist, you'll have the opportunity to help and empower members of your community to improve themselves and their lives. We'll depend on you and your caring spirit to carrying out special programs and community trips designed for the mentally ill. Individuals in need of child care services and other members of the community who require public assistance. While you're providing clients and program participants with help, you're making a positive difference in the lives of not only our clients and participants but their family and friends as well. Job Responsibilities Maintain proper client and program participant records, ensuring they contain current information and remain well-organized and categorized. Provide information and assistance to individuals interested in emergency assistance, housing, financial help and other forms of public help (this might involve making home visits and attending group meetings). Progress/daily documentation notes Accompany clients in home and to community activities when necessary to ensure their needs are properly met. Follow-up on appointments, community activities and forms to ensure they're properly completed. Offer clients advice and information, proper financial management, housekeeping and cooking skills, and becoming and remaining self-reliant. Work with supervisors, managers and other necessary department personnel to develop, review and refine current programs for families, single parents, mental health clients and other individuals in need.

Job Summary & Qualifications Required:

High school diploma or its equivalent Able to successfully pass a criminal background check Associate or higher degree Experience working with mentally challenged individuals

Job Types:

Part-time, Contract Pay:

$21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement Paid training People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 50% (Required)

Work Location:

On the road