Support Specialist I

BHSN, one of the fastest growing organizations providing whole person care in the region, is in search of passionate individuals to join our rapidly growing team!

Your role at BHSN:

As a Support Specialist Level I, you will assist the participants of the OMH licensed community residence to develop, learn and apply the skills necessary to live more independently. 

Please note: All shifts are stay-awake shifts.

Work Schedule: Mon-Friday 2:30pm-10:30pm

What’s in it for you?

• Generous benefits, including personalized health coverage, paid time off, and holiday pay
• Working within our community, making a real impact, working alongside passionate colleagues
• Accessible leadership team, coaching for your growth, and ample training opportunities
• As a rapidly growing organization, there are endless opportunities to grow within the organization
• Community discounts, loan forgiveness & more

What your day might look like:

• Assist/provide support to residents with various aspects of daily living skills
• Transport residents to appointments, or as needed to obtain services, funding, keep legal obligations, etc.
• Assist in grocery shopping for the community residence
• Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members to ensure resident needs are met including but not limited to coordination of mental health/substance use/primary care services, obtaining funding, transportation, linkage to other services, care coordination and discharge planning
• Assist in maintaining a safe and sanitary dwelling for residents
• Assist in developing, facilitating, participating in resident activities/outings

 Your Skills and Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Associate's degree in human services related field strongly preferred
• Experience working with special needs populations, especially experience working with individuals recovering from severe mental illness and/or substance use disorders preferred
• Ability to climb stairs; ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Valid NYS driver’s license, acceptable to BHSN insurance carrier, for required local travel
• CPR certification required within 60 days of employment
• Includes work hours during non-traditional business hours 

EEO Statement: BHSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in its hiring and employment practices so that every team member can feel like they belong and be their authentic self to thrive in their personal and professional lives. In order to do that, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, arrest record or status as a victim of domestic violence, familial status, gender/gender expression, reproductive health decisions, citizenship or immigration status or any other factor prohibited by law.