Community Support Specialist - Mental Health & Independence

Kentucky River Community Care; Jackson (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Kentucky River Community Care is hiring a full-time Community Support Associate for their location in Kentucky. The role involves helping individuals live independently in community-integrated settings, ensuring they receive necessary skills training and supervision.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and one year of experience with individuals who have mental health disorders. The position requires completion of an approved training program within six months of hire, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Qualifications

• One year full-time experience working with individuals receiving services for mental health treatment.
• Must complete department-led or approved training program within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct activities for community-integrated housing independence.
• Ensure successful community living through skill training and supervision.
• Teach emotional regulation, coping skills, and financial management.

Skills

Experience working with individuals with mental health disorders

Skill training

Teaching coping skills

Medication management

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Kentucky River Community Care is hiring a full-time Community Support Associate for their location in Kentucky. The role involves helping individuals live independently in community-integrated settings, ensuring they receive necessary skills training and supervision.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and one year of experience with individuals who have mental health disorders. The position requires completion of an approved training program within six months of hire, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.