Field-Based Mental Health Support Specialist

Community Connections; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,670 - 59,700; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service organization in Washington is seeking a Community Support Professional to provide rehabilitative services for consumers with mental health needs. You will develop therapeutic relationships and coordinate treatment plans while engaging in direct support activities in the community. Candidates must have a passion for helping vulnerable populations and an understanding of mental health challenges. This role requires hands-on engagement and a commitment to consumer rights and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Develop therapeutic relationships with consumers.
• Participate in the assessment of consumer functions.
• Implement treatment plans addressing various consumer needs.
• Support consumers' independent living skills and community coping.
• Provide crisis support and make referrals to community resources.
• Spend at least 62.5% of time in direct consumer contact.
• Coordinate care to achieve treatment plan goals.

Job description

A healthcare service organization in Washington is seeking a Community Support Professional to provide rehabilitative services for consumers with mental health needs. You will develop therapeutic relationships and coordinate treatment plans while engaging in direct support activities in the community. Candidates must have a passion for helping vulnerable populations and an understanding of mental health challenges. This role requires hands-on engagement and a commitment to consumer rights and recovery.