ASCEND Mental Wellness is seeking an individual to coordinate care plans for adults in a residential treatment program.

Individual must be well motivated and committed to making a difference in people's lives. Good listening, writing and verbal skills required. Computer skills are helpful.

Qualifications:

(a) a master's or bachelor's degree in a human services related field;

(b) an associate's degree in a human services related field and three years experience in human services;

(c) a high school degree and five years experience in human services

Valid drivers' license required.

Opportunities may be available in the following programs:

Genesis & Pearl Street

Genesis and Pearl Street residences offer a group home environment which provides a high level of support for people in the earliest stages of recovery. The overall goal is to provide short-term, focused skill development in a home-like setting.

The first step in treatment is defining and developing a rehabilitation plan which aids a person’s movement to the next stage in their recovery. This individualized, highly detailed plan clarifies needs, charts a course of action and provides the framework to evaluate progress. Services available to residents include crisis intervention, rehabilitation counseling, social and living skills development (money management, personal hygiene, food preparation, meal planning, recreation activities, etc.), symptom and medication management, community integration and resource development. On duty around the clock staff work closely with each resident to maximize stability and help in the transition to a less restrictive environment. Longer term assistance is available for people with problems preventing them from living outside a group setting.

Job duties would include, but not limited to, the following:

• Participate in implementing program policies, referral and discharge procedures, follow up procedures, etc.
• Develop individual service plans with program residents and train and support Residential Specialist on the implementation of resident’s goals.
• Coordinate with other care providers within the agency and outside of the agency (i.e. - day program, medical and mental health providers).
• Coordinate and facilitate Treatment Team Meetings.
• Work with the resident’s families as appropriate.
• Help establish a pleasant, functional atmosphere within the residence, provide unobtrusive leadership as needed for house meetings, support, advice, and supervise resident’s daily living activities (housework, menus, shopping, hygiene, medication, budgeting, etc.),develop and implement specific programs in living skills for residents as indicated.
• Encourage effective communication, personal and interpersonal awareness and independence among staff and residents.
• Assist in the instruction to residents in the use of house equipment, safety procedures and routines.
• Provide informal case management services and counseling to residents as needed.
• Maintain adequate records/files.
• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and required in-service trainings.
• Act as On Call as scheduled.
• Facilitate discharge/transition of residents and provide follow up services to them.
• Represent the agency in a positive manner.
• Assist in OMH certification/re-certification processes as needed.
• Complete special projects as assigned by supervisor.

Full-time positions offer a comprehensive benefit package including health and dental insurance, vacation, sick/personal time and 401(k).

A $1,000 sign-on bonus is available for this position.

Established in 1948, the Mission of ASCEND Mental Wellness is to encourage and assist individuals in discovering pathways to their optimal mental health and wellness, while supporting hope and awareness of well-being in our community.

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.50 - $22.75 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Patient demographics:

• Adults

Payment frequency:

• Paid biweekly

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Direct Care in Human Services: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person