Behavioral Health Advisor

CSG; Coal Township (PA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Extensive Training

Career Development

Flexible Pay Options

Family Medical Leave

401K Options

EAP

Life Insurance

Wellness Programs

Tuition Assistance

Mentor/Mentee Programs

Job summary

Community Services Group is seeking a Behavioral Health Advisor in Coal Township, PA. You will help individuals with mental health diagnoses live more independently, developing recovery plans and utilizing community resources to support integration and independence.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed care, collaboration with families and agencies, and ongoing training to enhance skills. A high school diploma, valid driver’s license, and ability to work flexible hours are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• A valid driver’s license and access to reliable vehicle to attend trainings and transport individuals.
• Able to work flexible hours including afternoons, evenings, weekends and overnight shifts if needed.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development and implementation of each individual’s Treatment/Support/Recovery Plan.
• Assist individuals in managing symptoms and developing their own recovery plan.
• Help individuals build skills to live independently in the community.
• Promote community integration and independence with community resources.
• Communicate with on-site team, families, agencies and community.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Flexible hours

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!

We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Summary:

As a Behavioral Health Advisor, you will assist individuals with mental health diagnoses to live more independently and to adjust to life as an independent member of the community while integrating the philosophies of recovery and resiliency. The Behavioral Health Advisor participates in the individual’s development of interdependence, self-directed care, individually created support systems and community involvement. Reports to Residential Supervisor or Assistant Program Director.

This position is part of our Adult Mental Health (MH) Services Enhanced Personal Care Homes (EPCH).

Schedules:

• PRN/Zero Scheduled Hours, approximately 10-20 flexible hours per week during the afternoons, evenings, awake overnights, and weekends.
• FT (40 hrs) Sunday - Thursday 7am - 3pm.

Wage Information:

Hourly Rate: Base rate $19.00/hr. Education and experience is taken into account for potential higher starting rates. Plus an awake overnight $1.00/hr. shift differential for hours worked between 10 PM to 6 AM.

Job Description:

• Participate in the development and implementation of each individual’s Treatment/Support/Recovery Plan.
• Assist individuals where applicable in the management of the symptoms of their mental illness and establishing their own recovery plan.
• Assist individuals in the development of appropriate skill building necessary for living independently in the community.
• Utilize community resources to promote community integration, independence, and interdependence.
• Communicates and cooperates with on-site team, individual’s family, involved agencies, and the community in providing relevant information when needed and applicable.
• Provides support and assistance to individuals in arranging for medical care when responsible to do so and follows health care recommendations.
• Prepare meals, including individuals where regulations allow and encourage individuals to adhere to dietary guidelines.
• Models for team members and supports them in shadowing and training during task completion.
• Conducts fire drills, manages emergency situations during assigned work shifts, and provides coverage in emergency situations.
• Assists individuals in monitoring and/or administering medications.
• Be willing to learn and model the five principles of trauma informed care; safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment.
• Have a commitment to promote cultural, racial, language and gender access, diversity, equity and inclusion.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• A valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle to attend trainings, meetings, and/or transport individuals to appointments.
• Able to work flexible hours.

CSGOffers Superior Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision Insurance available for employees, spouses, domestic partners, & dependents who qualify.
• Generous Paid Time Off & Other Paid Leave
• Extensive Paid Training
• Career Development Opportunities
• Flexible Pay Options through myFlexPay
• Family Medical and Parental Leave
• Flexible spending accounts for medical & dependent care
• Traditional or Roth 401K Plans with up to 4% employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Mentor/Mentee Opportunities

Health Insurance & Benefits availability will vary.

Make a positive impact not only in someone else’s life but in your own life by becoming a valued member of the CSG Team!

Community Services Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting Workforce Diversity.