What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Support Specialist (Lebanon Child) position at West Central Behavioral Hea?
As a Community Support Specialist on the Child Team at West Central Behavioral Health you can change a child’s life.
Our dedicated Community Support Specialists are changing the lives of children and their families every day. By making the decision to join our established teams - you will too!
As a Community Support Specialist you will be providing IROS services, as needed, to the clients assigned to your caseload to support the development and maintenance of the client's functional skills. You will provide assistance to manage symptoms through developing and practicing new strategies and skills to function more effectively in the community.
Come be a part of a rewarding effort in helping children and their families living with mental health.
Now that's something to feel passionate about.
Ask us about creative work flexible schedules, remote/hybrid work, full time/part time, geographic options, different shifts, job sharing, even cross-functional work to keep things interesting!
Education:
- Associate’s degree in Social Work, Rehabilitation, Psychology, Education or related human services field with 2 years working with person(s) who have severe mental disability or understanding of mental illness acquired through provision of support to family members with mental illness.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Experience: Experience preferred, but will train the right candidate
Required Skills:
- Excellent organizational and communications skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Excellent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Ability to learn necessary computer and technical skills essential to the position and Agency needs.
Preferred Skills:
- Knowledge of and experience with electronic medical record
- Prior experience in a community mental health environment
Be a part of our team!
West Central provides a generous benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, accident insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, local discounts, paid holidays and paid time off!
Ask us about creative work schedules, remote/hybrid work, full time/part time, geographic options, different shifts, job sharing, even cross-functional work to keep things interesting!
We are committed to continuous improvement of our employees. We provide ongoing education through e-Learning, in-service programs presented by internal staff and external presenters. CEUs are available for most in-service programs.
Loan Repayment Program: As a nonprofit organization providing services to underserved populations, you may be eligible to participate in the following loan assistance programs:
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Agency Student Loan Assistance Program – eligible up to $10,000 over 3 years
For over forty years, West Central Behavioral Health, a community mental health organization, has dedicated itself to"...promote, preserve and strengthen the mental health and quality of life in our community.” To accomplish this, West Central has assembled a team of talented professionals. Working together toward a common goal, our staff served nearly 2,700 children, adolescents and adults last year.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran- and Recovery-Friendly Workplace!
Salary : $10,000
