Community Support Specialist — Flexible Hours & Impact

Four-Rivers-Behavioral-Health; Paducah (KY); Sur place; USD 30 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Four Rivers Behavioral Health in Paducah, KY seeks a dedicated team member to assist with client treatment, skill-building, and crisis coping within the community. You will support individuals to live with greater independence, under supervision by Site Administrator or Program Director, and participate in both clinical and non-clinical yet therapeutic activities.

The role involves variable hours (days/evenings/nights, weekends, holidays) and requires adaptability, reliable transportation, and a

Qualifications

• Must possess a High School Diploma or GED or a Bachelor’s degree that meets the minimum standards of the specific role to be filled.
• Must qualify for billability under the funding source(s) related to the individual being served.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Must be cognizant of his/her function as a role model, and be appropriate in manner and appearance.
• Must have good problem solving skills, demonstrate good judgment, and have the ability to act appropriately and judiciously in a crisis situation.
• Must pass background checks and health status requirements (e.g. TB).
• Must have (1) year of full-time experience working with individuals who receive services for treatment of a mental health disorder or co-occurring disorder plus complete any required training.

Responsabilités

• Assists in planning program activities relevant to program assignment
• Assists in identifying and securing resources needed to conduct the program assignment
• Assists in maintaining an inventory of supplies necessary for the operation of the program assignment
• Transports consumers as needed
• Assists in the implementation of assigned program activities, including monitoring consumers and their environment to assure the safety of staff and consumers
• Provides appropriate encouragement, support, and interactions for consumers in the assigned program
• Observes and communicates consumers behaviors and reactions to interventions
• Assists in handling maladaptive behavioral outbursts in a manner that is constructive
• Conduct self-help, skills-building, and/or educational programming as directed and monitored by supervisors
• Assists in accessing and utilizing community resources
• Assists consumers in the development of crisis coping skills and enhancing interpersonal skills

Connaissances

Problem solving

Judgment

Crisis management

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (minimum standards per role)

Description du poste

Four Rivers Behavioral Health in Paducah, KY seeks a dedicated team member to assist with client treatment, skill-building, and crisis coping within the community. You will support individuals to live with greater independence, under supervision by Site Administrator or Program Director, and participate in both clinical and non-clinical yet therapeutic activities.

The role involves variable hours (days/evenings/nights, weekends, holidays) and requires adaptability, reliable transportation, and a