We have an exciting new opportunity for a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist - HCBS. 

Base Hourly Rate Range is $22.00 to $24.00 per hour.

SUMMARY of DUTIES:
HCBS provides opportunities for Medicaid beneficiaries with behavioral health conditions and substance use disorders (SUD) to receive services in their own home or community. HCBS utilizes a recovery model of care, which emphasizes and supports a person's potential for recovery by optimizing the quality of life and reducing symptoms of behavioral health conditions and substance use disorders through empowerment, choice, treatment, education, employment, housing, and health and well-being goals. Recovery is generally seen in this approach as a personal journey rather than a set outcome, and one that may involve developing hope, a secure base and sense of self, supportive relationships, self-direction, social inclusion, and coping skills. The Specialist will support recovery by providing services that reflect our deeply held values that include the recognition of individual rights of self-determination, choice, shared decision-making, and collaboration. When possible he/she will utilize evidence-based practices; always embracing a trauma-informed and person-centered approach.
SPECIFIC DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. PSR intends to restore the individual’s functional level to the fullest possible and as necessary for the integration of the individual as an active and productive member of his or her family, community, and/or culture with the least amount of ongoing professional intervention.
2. Weekly schedule may include evenings and weekends.
3. Other related duties.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
1. Prior knowledge and/or use of Trauma-Informed, Person-Centered Practice, and Motivational Interviewing.
2. Knowledge of the Recovery process and the ability to facilitate recovery using established standardized mental health processes.
3. Knowledge and skill to teach and engage in basic problem-solving strategies to support individual clients in self-directed recovery.
4. Knowledge of the common challenges associated with mental health conditions.
5. Ability to master an electronic record system, meet deadlines, and willingness to grow and change are necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. The Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent, and 1-3 years of relevant experience working with individuals with SUD disorders and/or behavioral health conditions or a BA degree or
2. The Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist may be a Certified Peer Specialist/Certified Recovery Peer Advocate, or equivalently qualified by education in the human services field or a combination of work experience and education, with one year of education substituting for one year of experience.
3. Basic Computer knowledge is required.
4. Must be reliable and able to work independently and understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality.
5. The Specialist must have a valid Driver’s License and a driving record that is satisfactory to our insurance carrier.
6. If driving agency vehicles, the Specialist must maintain current New York State Defensive Driving certification.
7. The Specialist must be cleared by the NYS Justice Center through fingerprinting for a Criminal History Records search.
8. The Specialist must be cleared by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services for instances of child abuse and/or neglect.
9. The Specialist must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
MHA of Westchester is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and values how we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by the applicable law.