Impactful Therapeutic Support Specialist - Full-Time

Porthealth; Durham, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible scheduling

On-the-job skill enhancement

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health in Durham, NC, seeks a full-time Therapeutic Support Staff to assist individuals with co-occurring developmental disabilities and mental health needs at the START Center. You will participate in daily routines, support habilitative activities, personal care, and health care, helping create a therapeutic environment.

Qualified applicants have a Bachelor's in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field; at least 2 years supporting individuals with disabilities and mental

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology or related Human Services field.
• 2 years experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Proficiency with EHR systems or technically savvy.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance and reliable transportation for work-related travel.

Responsibilities

• Support persons with co-occurring developmental disabilities and mental/behavioral health needs.
• Participate in daily routine of the START Center and provide habilitative activities, personal care, and health care support.
• Contribute to maintaining a therapeutic environment at the START Center.
• Collaborate with primary provider, clinical home, and community crisis services.

Skills

MS Office suite

Data entry

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related Human Services Field

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Easterseals PORT Health in Durham, NC, seeks a full-time Therapeutic Support Staff to assist individuals with co-occurring developmental disabilities and mental health needs at the START Center. You will participate in daily routines, support habilitative activities, personal care, and health care, helping create a therapeutic environment.

Qualified applicants have a Bachelor's in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field; at least 2 years supporting individuals with disabilities and mental