Community Support Specialist - DBT Team

Rediscover; Lee's Summit (MO); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

ReDiscover’s Community Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center (CPRC) is seeking a Community Support Specialist to manage a diverse caseload and support clients in achieving long-term wellbeing and independence. This role involves in-person and phone contact, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and practical support to navigate services.

Applicants should have a 4-year degree or equivalent experience, DBT knowledge, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree or equivalent experience.
• DBT knowledge required.
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of community resources and health/social systems in KC metro area.

Responsabilités

• Maintain and interact with a caseload of clients, in-person or by phone.
• Facilitate achievement of long-range outcomes: symptom management, employment, independent living.
• Engage difficult-to-serve clients to gain access and connections to resources.
• Help remove barriers by referring to community programs and educational/workers programs.
• Assist with transportation barriers as identified in treatment plans.
• Document interactions in ReDiscover’s EMR.
• Coordinate with an internal multi-disciplinary team to ensure coordinated care.

Connaissances

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

DBT knowledge

Typing

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Formation

4 year degree or equivalent experience

Outils

Electronic medical record

Description du poste

Make a Difference as a Community Support Specialist with ReDiscoverJoin ReDiscover’s Community Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center (CPRC) and be part of a mission-driven organization that’s been transforming lives for over 50 years. As a non-profit community mental health center serving southeastern Jackson County, Missouri, we’re passionate about helping individuals impacted by mental illness or substance use find hope, support, and healing.Why ReDiscover?700+ dedicated professionalsOver five decades of community impactA culture grounded in compassion, collaboration, and growthAbout the CPRC ProgramCPRC is a case management focused program that provides individuals with support to live an independent life in the community. Through a variety of multidisciplinary services that clients can choose from including medication management, therapy, group therapy, health and wellness support, employment services and transportation support, clients can develop skills, access resources and learn ways to manage their emotional and physical health.What You’ll DoMaintain and interact with a caseload of clients with diverse characteristics either in-person or over the phone.Facilitate each client’s achievement of long range outcomes of symptom management, employment and independent living based upon the needs of the client.Engage difficult to serve clients by investigating all potential resources in order to gain access and make connections.Help remove barriers for clients, which may include helping clients participate in community or social service programs and referring clients to educational or working programs.Assist clients with transportation barriers as identified in their treatment plan. This includes transporting clients in the employee's personal vehicle to various appointments and area resources.Collect and maintain information about clients and document interactions within ReDiscover’s designated electronic medical record.Communicate and collaborate with an internal multi-disciplinary team to address various aspects of wellness and ensure positive communication regarding the coordination of client care.Requirements of the Position4 year degree or 4 years of equivalent experience in lieu of degree.A valid automobile driver’s license, appropriate automobile insurance and a safe, reliable, registered automobile available for use during work hours which includes transporting clients in personal vehicle.Previous experience with and/or willingness to work with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) required.At least two (2) years clinical experience in a direct service provision to children and adolescents in a mental health setting preferred.Knowledge of the community resources as well as health and social service systems in the Kansas City metro area and skill in establishing working relationships with community partners preferred.Excellent customer service skills with a recovery focus.Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as the use of email.Grow With UsWe’re committed to your professional development and will support your growth as a Community Support Specialist through training, collaboration, and meaningful work.Ready to join a team that’s passionate about people? Apply today and help make wellness accessible for all.