Community Care & Life Skills Specialist

Portage County; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 22,673 - 32,292; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation - available on day one

Health insurance options

Wellness incentive plan

Flexible spending account

Dental insurance

Wisconsin Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Life insurance

Long term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Plan

457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan

Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Job summary

Portage County is hiring for a full-time Community Services Program Assistant in Stevens Point to support consumers with serious mental illness. Responsibilities include teaching essential living skills, coordinating care, and providing transportation to appointments.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma, relevant experience with in-home caregiving, and a valid driver’s license. The position offers a range of benefits, including vacation on day one, health insurance options, and wellness incentives.

Qualifications

• Experience or training with severe mentally ill individuals required.
• Must be a licensed driver with access to an insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Teach skills like money management and personal hygiene.
• Assist with medication reminders and organize household duties.
• Provide transportation for consumers to appointments.

Skills

Independent living skills

Household organization skills

Money management

Medication reminders

In-home caregiving experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Post High School classes in Human Services

Job description

Portage County is hiring for a full-time Community Services Program Assistant in Stevens Point to support consumers with serious mental illness. Responsibilities include teaching essential living skills, coordinating care, and providing transportation to appointments.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma, relevant experience with in-home caregiving, and a valid driver’s license. The position offers a range of benefits, including vacation on day one, health insurance options, and wellness incentives.