Outreach Worker (Mental Health Services)

Vinfen; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ACCS Outreach Worker to support adults with psychiatric conditions in achieving their life goals. This role involves working closely with a Team LPHA Clinician to provide essential services and support in community settings. The ideal candidate will foster independence and help individuals develop vital life skills, enhancing their overall well-being. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive work environment, this organization offers a fulfilling career path in the health and human services sector. Join a dedicated team that values growth and community impact!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

15 days of Vacation

12 Paid Holidays

10 Sick Days

Education Assistance

Professional Development Programs

Retirement Savings Programs

Company Paid Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Referral Bonuses

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience with adults having psychiatric conditions.
• Must be CPR and First Aid certified within 2 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Promote integration of adults with psychiatric conditions.
• Work with individuals to build life skills and support.

Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in human services or psychology

Job description

Description

Schedule: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; rotating weekends once a month

Salary: $23.33 / hour

Sign On Bonus: $2000; $666 upon completion of 30 days, $666 upon completion of 6 months, $668 upon completion of 9 months

The ACCS Outreach Worker promotes the full integration and functioning of adults with psychiatric conditions needed to live successfully in the community by working towards life goals. Working alongside a Team LPHA Clinician, the ACCS Outreach Worker provides evidenced-based and best practice services and supports to Persons Served in the community, in a Group Living Environment, or Supported Independent Environment.

In this role, you will work with each Person Served to build life skills in the areas of activities of daily living, medication administration, symptom reduction, health and wellbeing, employment, school, socialization, and recreation.

Why Vinfen?

• We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth, and job security!

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or more
• 15 days of Vacation, 12 Paid Holidays, 10 Sick Days, and 3 Personal Days per year (for employees scheduled for 20 hours or more)
• Education Assistance and Tuition Remission Programs as well as innovative Student Loan Payment Programs. Employment with Vinfen counts toward your Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Professional Development programs including year-round online training courses and opportunities to earn CEUs
• Retirement savings programs, including a fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan and an employee-funded 403(b) plan
• Company paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident, and Critical Care Insurance
• Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
• $500 -- $1,000+ Employee Referral Bonuses with no annual cap!
• Other generous benefits including discounted memberships, access to wellness programs, and more!

About Us

Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers

My Job. My Community. My Vinfen

Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Keywords: ACCSOW, outreach worker, social worker, mental health, psychology, human services, employment services, education services, outreach

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required; Bachelor's degree in human services, psychology, or a related field is preferred.
• 1 to 2 years of experience working with adults with psychiatric conditions.
• Must have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport Persons Served.
• Preference given to bilingual/bicultural applicants and applicants with lived experience of psychiatric conditions.
• All candidates for this position must be at least 21 years of age and be able to pass a CORI, driving record, reference, educational and professional licensure check as well as a multi-state background check.
• All applicants must be able to become CPR, First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment and MAP certified within 150 days of employment.