Independent Living Skills Coach – Mental Health Support

People Incorporated Mental Health Services; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/ESST

403(b) employer-match

Health and dental insurance

Loan forgiveness programs

Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Free CEUs via Training Institute

Job summary

People Incorporated Mental Health Services is seeking an entry-level Independent Living Skills Coach at our main office in Eagan, MN. This part-time role provides client support, medication administration, and program oversight in a community-based setting.

The position offers hourly pay of $22.00 to $23.76, Saturday-Sunday 8:00am-4:30pm with a $2/hour weekday evening shift differential. Candidates should have GED or higher, and relevant experience in health and human services.

Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma required.
• Associate of Arts degree or two years of postsecondary education in behavioral science or human services preferred.
• Two years of postsecondary education or 15 semester hours/23 quarter hours in behavioral sciences or related fields required or preferred.
• Three years of personal life experience with mental illness (within last ten years) allowed as qualification.
• Three years of life experience as a primary caregiver to an adult with mental illness, traumatic brain injury, substance use disorder, or developmental disability considered.
• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or related field with practicum/internship required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Document interactions with clients into EHR or program documentation systems with clear communication.
• Prepare, serve and clear meals in accordance with scheduling, sanitation, nutrition and safety standards.
• Administer medications per policies and procedures.
• Provide daily housekeeping and general cleanliness of client home and work areas; conduct regular room checks.
• Support individuals in mental health management by identifying and practicing coping skills and alternatives.

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Associate of Arts degree or two years postsecondary education in behavioral science or human services

Two years of full-time postsecondary education or 15 semester hours/23 quarter hours in behavioral sciences or related fields

Three years of personal life experience with mental illness (within last ten years)

Three years as a primary caregiver to an adult with mental illness/traumatic brain injury/substance use disorder/developmental disability (within last ten years)

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or related field with practicum/internship

Job description

People Incorporated Mental Health Services is seeking an entry-level Independent Living Skills Coach at our main office in Eagan, MN. This part-time role provides client support, medication administration, and program oversight in a community-based setting.

The position offers hourly pay of $22.00 to $23.76, Saturday-Sunday 8:00am-4:30pm with a $2/hour weekday evening shift differential. Candidates should have GED or higher, and relevant experience in health and human services.