Recovery-Focused Mental Health Specialist

Central Kansas Mental Health Center; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Kansas Mental Health Center is seeking a Mental Health Specialist Coordinator to deliver psychosocial rehabilitation and attendant care within approved treatment plans. You will work directly with clients to help meet their personal goals and maintain accurate records.

The role requires strong teamwork, clear communication, and respect for confidentiality, with the ability to work in a collaborative health care environment and travel as needed to outreach areas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred - related human services experience.
• Clearance of KBI Adult and Child Registry.
• Understanding of the characteristics of mental illness.
• Knowledge of Community Based Services and Community Support Program.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Ability to relate to persons served, families, and the public positively.
• Knowledge of local human service systems.
• Knowledge of current policies and regulations governing eligibility for persons served.
• Ability to communicate clearly with diverse groups.
• Ability to learn job-related material through on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial rehabilitation services as assigned.
• Work with persons served to achieve their goals as specified in their treatment plan.
• Provide individual attendant care as needed.
• Keep accurate records of activities and services.
• Attend required meetings and participate in planning sessions.
• Assist in other programs or departments as needed to meet center needs.
• Provide care and maintenance of center equipment and space.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Confidentiality

Record keeping

Typing

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Central Kansas Mental Health Center is seeking a Mental Health Specialist Coordinator to deliver psychosocial rehabilitation and attendant care within approved treatment plans. You will work directly with clients to help meet their personal goals and maintain accurate records.

The role requires strong teamwork, clear communication, and respect for confidentiality, with the ability to work in a collaborative health care environment and travel as needed to outreach areas.