Community Support Specialist for Mental Health & Independence

Kentucky River Community Care

Chavies (KY)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 42,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Kentucky River Community Care in Perry County, Chavies, KY seeks a Community Support Associate to assist adults with Serious Mental Illness in daily living skills, crisis coping, emotional regulation, and medication side effects. This full-time position emphasizes helping individuals achieve independence in the community and coordinating with Medicaid-funded programs.

Credentials: High School Diploma or GED and at least one year of full-time experience with individuals receiving mental health

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum 1 year of full-time experience with individuals receiving treatment services for mental health/co-occurring disorders.

Responsibilities

Teach adults with Serious Mental Illness daily living skills, crisis coping, emotional regulation, and medication side effects.
Document activities with clients in the electronic medical record.
Complete all assigned work in a timely manner including required continuing education courses.
Assist individuals to live with maximum independence in the community.
Assist individuals to take medications, monitor symptoms, and monitor side effects of medication.
Teach individuals skills for living in the community, budgeting money, and keeping the home safe and clean.
Assist clients with transportation to appointments