Community Support Specialist - Youth
Compass Health Network

Job Info

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Compensation: $24.04 - $25.31 hourly dependent on education

Due to critical service need of the communities we serve, we are offering a $1,500 sign-on bonus; additional $500 bonus for Qualified mental Health Professionals.* We are eager to continue to provide quality and compassionate care in our service areas and need you to make this happen!

*This position will be working within the Sullivan & St. Clair School District.

POSITION PURPOSE

Integrated Health Specialist is a mental health professional who is based in the school/community. This individual serves as a liaison between children/families and systems, and provides a wide range of services, depending on the needs and expectations of each child and family. The position will start out training in a community-based role and will be transferred to include school-based functions when clinical and professional competencies have been demonstrated sufficient to meet the demands of the school-based role. School-based IHSs do meet at least monthly in the home with caregivers for each client, and sometimes more frequently, as indicated appropriate for best care. Weekend/evening availability required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - JOB SPECIFIC

* Act as a liaison and ambassador for Compass Health Network to and between the agency and School Districts
* Serves as a consultant to school systems' staff, providing mental health consultation and information on a wide range of mental health topics
* Actively collaborate with other systems' staff regarding assigned children and their families, and participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary team to advocate for the mental health needs of the child/family
* Provide individualized behavioral health services based upon strengths, needs, abilities and preferences identified collaboratively with client/family, focused on supporting client's movement toward recovery/resiliency goals
* Assist client/family in the development of the Wellness Plan
* Provide services from a holistic, person-centered, strengths-based perspective, incorporating coaching surrounding the Eight Dimensions of Wellness; supporting client/family in completion of goals.
* Assist the family with accessing, locating and arranging services and resources to assist in achieving their goals
* Provide educational information and skill building to client/family and school staff regarding areas of concern such as daily living skills, education, symptom management, communication/relationships with focus on improving functioning
* Assist client/family in developing natural support systems including work with family members, school staff, legal guardians, etc.
* Complete of all required documentation within the required timeframe, according to agency policy
* Meet service provision expectations per client needs and agency guideline
* Assist with completion of initial and annual assessments and Wellness Plans as directed by Supervisor
* Complete all mandatory documentation to monitor client's progress toward achievement of individual treatment plan goals
* Work with parents to engage and participate in treatment with child is required and necessary for improved clinical outcomes
* Attend all training as required by Compass Health Network, Accreditors and Funders
* Will seek culturally competent services and service providers to meet the unique cultural needs of each agency client and family
* Driving is an essential function of the position
* Other duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/CORE COMPETENCIES - COMPANY WIDE

* Regularly attends work except for approved absences
* Attends all training as required
* Maintain professional, "champion" behavior
* Provides quality customer service
* Provides services with a commitment to service excellence
* Works in a way that exhibits a commitment to personal excellence
* Team oriented and values diversity

WORKING CONDITIONS & EXPOSURE RISK

Operating vehicles or machinery

QUALIFICATION(S): DESIRED DEMONSTRATED KEY COMPETENCIES

* Change Readiness
* Collaborative Relationships
* Conflict Resolution
* Creative Thinking
* Communication - Oral
* Communication - Written
* Decision Making
* Empowers Others
* Flexible Thinking
* Multitasking/Planning
* Organizational/Time Management
* Problem Solving
* Teamwork

QUALIFICATION(S): EDUCATION

* Bachelor's degree in a human service-related field required
* Master's degree in psychology, social work, rehabilitation/vocational/pastoral counseling, family therapy or closely-related field preferred

QUALIFICATION(S): WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

* The completion of a practicum or at least one (1) year of experience under the supervision of a QMHP preferred
* All experience must include working with individuals with psychiatric, substance use, and/or developmental disabilities
* A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required

QUALIFICATION(S): LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

QMHP preferred

Compass Health Network is a nonprofit health care organization offering accessible, comprehensive, & compassionate behavioral health, substance use treatment, family medicine and dental services throughout Missouri. Our network of care includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri. We are both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC). Operating only from the highest ethical and professional standards, we provide access to innovative care designed to meet the health needs of the communities we serve. Our mission is "Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness."

Why join us?

We believe some of the most passionate people in the world work here. Our dedicated and talented staff are our most valuable asset. We strive to provide a work environment and services that are inclusive for our patients and our employees.

At Compass Health Network, these are just a few of the benefits that we offer as an organization:

• Competitive benefits
• Advancement opportunities
• Professional development
• Licensure supervision
• Mentor opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Scholarship program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Headspace Access
• Paid time off & Paid Holidays
• NHSC Loan Repayment Participant

We welcome inquiries from qualified individuals who want to be part of a team of hardworking, dedicated and compassionate employees whose work helps us aspire to our vision of full, healthy, productive lives for everyone. We look forward to meeting you!

*Signing bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.

Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.

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