APP Group Leader

The Guidance Center; Bern (KS); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

KPERS retirement system

Life insurance

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Flexible schedules

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

The Guidance Center is seeking an Adult Psychosocial Group Leader to join our interdisciplinary team in Kansas. This role serves SPMI/SMI adults in the Center’s Adult Psychosocial Program with evening hours after 5 pm and opportunities to impact the lives of vulnerable community members.

Responsibilities include facilitating groups, updating WRAP and crisis plans, advocating for clients, coordinating resources, and supporting treatment goals within a holistic care model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; degree in Social Work, Psychology, or human service field preferred.
• Six months of paid or volunteer experience working with individuals in the community.
• Equal opportunity employer; non-discrimination statement included in posting.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing support and follow-through for client goal attainment across life domains.
• Facilitate groups and assist with development of group program curriculum.
• Engage and maintain client relationships; meet clients individually when needed.
• Assist clients/caregivers to locate and use resources to meet goals and needs.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related human services field

Job description

Full-time Description

The Guidance Center (TGC) is the Community Mental Health Center and Certified Behavioral Health Clinic serving Leavenworth, Atchison, and Jefferson counties in Kansas. We provide high-quality care to all individuals, regardless of their financial circumstances. Joining the team at TGC offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact on the most vulnerable members of our community. At our center, we offer a unique combination of counseling, case management, psychosocial, and medication services, all under one roof. We are deeply committed to our clients and are dedicated to implementing a comprehensive model of care.

The Guidance Center (TGC) is currently seeking an Adult Psychosocial Group Leader to be the newest member of our innovative interdisciplinary team. This position provides services to SPMI and SMI adults who are participating in the Center’s Adult Psychosocial Program. Evenings Required (1+ days per week after 5 pm).

Pay And Benefits

• The opportunity to be part of a holistic and supportive team
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• KPERS Retirement System
• Aflac, Life, Legal Shield, and ID Theft Insurance
• Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Schedules
• Competitive hourly rate of $26.89 to $29.37, depending upon qualifications.

Primary Duties

• Provide ongoing support and follow-through for client goal attainment in the areas of these life domains: home, financial/insurance, vocational/educational, health, relationships, leisure/recreation, and daily living skills, through goal-directed APP activities
• Facilitate groups as assigned and assist with development of group program curriculum
• Provide assertive outreach directed toward engaging and maintaining client relationships. Meet clients individually when necessary or assigned.
• Assist clients and/or caregivers to locate and use resources to meet defined goals and needs when appropriate
• Update WRAP plans, including crisis plans as needed and at least yearly
• Advocate for and with clients as they seek to achieve their goals and overcome barriers
• Provide response and support to clients and caregivers when emergencies occur
• Promote and support clients’ efforts to manage symptoms
• Assist with insurance verification, medication appointments, and other routine activities for and with consumers
• Perform case management activities when necessary or assigned

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education And Licensure

A bachelor’s degree is required. Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or human service field preferred. Equivalent work experience in the human services field, or a combination of work experience in the human services field and education, with one year of experience substituting for one year of education, may be considered.

Experience

Required: Six months of paid or volunteer experience working with individuals in the community

Preferred: experience working with individuals with mental health issues

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Salary Description $26.89 to $29.37 per hour