In-Home Community Support Specialist

Valley Comprehensive Community Mental Health Center Inc; Fairmont (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Valleys is seeking a Community Engagement Assistant to work with individuals in their homes and communities, supporting treatment goals and daily living activities. You will assess needs, create meal plans, assist with budgeting, and help with medication reminders as prescribed.

Responsibilities include coordinating transportation, participating in interdisciplinary team meetings, documenting progress in required systems, and promoting safety and ethical practices in all interactions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• BA/BS in Human Service Field or working towards this.

Responsibilities

• Assess consumers needs and evaluate progress.
• Develop nutritious menus; prepare a shopping list of groceries and other household items.
• Assist individuals in their home to prepare a meal.
• Assist individuals in developing and maintaining a budget.
• Assist individuals in developing a schedule for appointments.
• Assist individuals in developing check sheet to keep track of taking their medications as prescribed by the physician.
• In-home skill building of activities of daily living.
• Provide transportation of persons served to appointments/activities in the community using a company owned vehicle or employees personal vehicle.
• Participates in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and implements treatment plans.
• Complete and submits program specific documentation in a timely and accurate manner.

Job description

Valleys is seeking a Community Engagement Assistant to work with individuals in their homes and communities, supporting treatment goals and daily living activities. You will assess needs, create meal plans, assist with budgeting, and help with medication reminders as prescribed.

Responsibilities include coordinating transportation, participating in interdisciplinary team meetings, documenting progress in required systems, and promoting safety and ethical practices in all interactions.