Community Engagement Specialist

Healthways, Inc; Colliers (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation time

Job summary

HealthWays, Inc. in Weirton, West Virginia is seeking a Full-Time Community Engagement Specialist to support individuals at risk of psychiatric hospitalization by providing preventative services and connecting them with community resources.

The role focuses on facilitating transitions between psychiatric facilities and the community, promoting recovery and resilience, and coordinating with service providers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Service preferred with 1 year paid experience.
• Associate degree in Human Service with 10 years volunteer/paid experience preferred.
• HS Diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive preventative services to individuals at risk of psychiatric hospitalization.
• Assist residents in successful transitions between psychiatric hospitals and the community.
• Connect individuals with community resources to support recovery and resilience.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Service

Associate degree in Human Service

HS Diploma

Job description

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Community Engagement Specialist

Community Engagement Full Time Weirton, WV, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1274

HealthWays, Inc. is looking for a Full-Time Community Engagement Specialist.

The candidates will be providing supportive preventative services to individuals who are at risk of psychiatric hospitalization, to allow them to reside in the community, facilitate successful transitions between psychiatric hospitals and community, and ensure that these individuals are surrounded by community resources that will strengthen their recovery and resilience.

A Bachelor’s degree in Human Service field with 1 year paid working experience working with persons in the target population is preferred; or an associate degree in Human Service field or Human Service Field Courses with 10 years of Volunteer/paid working experience working with persons in the target population is preferred. HS Diploma is required.

Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation .

HealthWays offers flexible schedule, Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Supplemental benefits, 401-K, and vacation time.

HealthWays, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.