PSR Paraprofessional

Claratel Behavioral Health; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Claratel Behavioral Health in Georgia seeks a Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) Specialist to join our clinic-based program serving individuals with persistent mental illness. You will deliver psycho-educational groups, coordinate care, and support recovery, wellness, and daily living skills, while developing natural supports in the community.

Under supervision, you will manage a caseload, document progress in EMR, and participate in trainings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services field or equivalent (e.g., Peer Specialist Certification).
• Experience with individuals diagnosed with severe, persistent mental illness.
• Ability to teach basic group/life skills and foster self-advocacy.
• Proficient in using electronic medical records and coordinating care.
• Reliable transportation and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Exemplifies recovery and person-centered care.
• Provides recovery-oriented psycho-educational groups.
• Manages a caseload with care coordination and skills training.
• Develops recovery plans and completes PSR readiness assessments.
• Educates families and caregivers to support recovery.
• Collaborates with clinicians, staff, and community providers.
• Maintains daily progress notes in EMR within required timeframes.

Skills

Mental health experience

Group/life skills training

Self-advocacy facilitating

Electronic medical records

Care coordination

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services

Job description

About Claratel Behavioral Health

Claratel Behavioral Health is an innovative, community-based behavioral health and developmental disabilities services organization offering a full range of mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorder services to underserved individuals. As a public, not-for-profit organization, Claratel Behavioral Health operates in more than 20 locations in DeKalb County, Georgia, with a diverse workforce of more than 400 direct-care and support staff.

About Claratel Behavioral Health

Claratel Behavioral Health is an innovative, community-based behavioral health and developmental disabilities services organization offering a full range of mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorder services to underserved individuals. As a public, not-for-profit organization, Claratel Behavioral Health operates in more than 20 locations in DeKalb County, Georgia, with a diverse workforce of more than 400 direct-care and support staff. If you are passionate about driving change in behavioral health and developmental services and are eager to work in an environment that values innovation and inclusivity, Claratel Behavioral Health is the place for you. Here, your work is impactful, your growth is prioritized, and your well-being is supported. Together, we can forge pathways to a healthier future for all.

Job Summary

The Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) Specialist is an integral part of the Psychosocial Rehabilitation Program, which provides recovery-oriented services to individuals with persistent mental illnesses. Under general supervision, the PSR Specialist provides psycho-educational skill-building groups/interventions to promote socialization, recovery, wellness, self-advocacy, daily living skills & development of natural/community supports.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Exemplifies the principles of recovery and person-centered care;
• Prepares and provides recovery-oriented, psycho-educational groups;
• Manages a caseload, provides consistent care coordination, group (and individual, as needed) skills training, and referral completion;
• Assists in evaluating progress, developing individual recovery plans, completing PSR Readiness assessments, & ensuring appropriate level of care;
• Educates and advocates with family members and other caregivers to support individuals in their recovery;
• Is a model of teamwork, flexibility, and professionalism;
• Documents all contact through individual daily progress notes completed within agency-mandated timeframes;
• Works cohesively with co-workers, site physicians, adult outpatient clinicians, administrative staff, agency administration, personal care home providers & family members;
• Possesses basic computer skills & utilize electronic medical records daily;
• Completes/passes agency-sponsored defensive driving course, as well as all other agency-required trainings;
• Is responsible for transporting, via agency vehicle, program participants on community integration outings;
• May require occasional weekend or adjusted hours due to program and community events;
• Additional duties may be assigned by PSR Program Manager and/or Director.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services field or equivalent experience (i.e., Peer Specialist Certification); Previous experience working with individuals diagnosed with severe, persistent mental illness; Competency in teaching basic group/life skills, understanding how to engage individuals in treatment & development of self-advocacy; Proficient computer skills to be able to use electronic medical records; Care coordination skills to assist individuals with accessing/linking to additional resources and/or services within the agency and/or community; Must have transportation to and from work, strong interpersonal skills & be a positive team player, ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, & be a positive role model for the organization and individuals served.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm. Primarily in clinic but does require some work in community during required program outings. May require occasional adjusted hours due to program and community events; Ability to use a computer, telephone, fax, copy and scanning machine.; Must complete and pass agency-sponsored defensive driving course, as well as all other agency-required trainings.

Pre-employment drug screening may be required. Selected applicant will be subject of an FBI Criminal History Record Check, and the applicant has the right to challenge the contents of their Criminal History Record Information, should they choose to do so. This employer participates in E-Verify.

For more information visit www.dekcsb.org/careers

DeKalb CSB is an equal opportunity employer regarding disability under VEVRRA and ADA

Pre-employment drug screening and successful completion of a criminal history background check is required.

Claratel Behavioral Health participates in E-Verify (Company ID: 226305)

Claratel Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates who may require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law to perform the essential functions of this job are encouraged to contact Human Resources at [e-mail].