Mental Health Support Specialist - Homeless Services

ihshawaii

Honolulu (HI)

On-site

USD 24,000 - 34,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

The Institute for Human Services (IHS) is Hawaii's leading agency addressing homelessness through a full spectrum of services, including emergency shelters, housing, health services, and employment assistance. The Mental Health Assistant supports the case manager by delivering intensive services to the homeless SMI population, helping implement MIRP and coordinating care with the treatment team.

Starting from $21.00 hourly, actual pay will reflect experience.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent.
1.5 years of clinical skill and experience to assess, plan, develop, coordinate, and provide treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to program clients with severe and persistent mental illnesses.
Access to vehicle and a valid driver’s license with clean driving abstract.
CPR and First Aid Certification (or able to complete at IHS).
Must pass CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) training.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate excellent customer service consistent with the organization's Vision, Mission, and Values.
Coordinate all case management services with the assigned case manager, including MIRP development, behavioral health assessment, acuity determination, and crisis plan reviews.
Meet consumer outcomes by identifying objectives to reach recovery goals and determine service needs.
Locate and secure intensive community-based services and maintain referral networks with other agencies.
Make collaborative outreach attempts, including transportation of consumers as needed, with other providers.