Job description

Triple C is a well-founded, grass-roots organization that has helped to make the dream of living independently with dignity become a reality for those they serve throughout Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean counties. We are in growth mode and are looking for like-minded individuals who have a passion for people and want to contribute to our mission.

The Community Support Specialist is responsible for providing services and support using best practices to ensure wellness and recovery initiatives are followed, progress monitored, and outcomes evaluated. Promotes psychiatric rehabilitation and continued independence in daily living, community integration, self-advocacy, financial literacy and self-sufficiency. Works closely with treatment team to ensure continuity of care and service delivery, working toward achievement of recovery and goal plans.

As per NJAC 10:37B-5.2(d), duties minimally include contributing to the development, implementation, monitoring, and updating of the individualized rehabilitation plan; performing therapeutic rehabilitative skill development; offering services appropriate to meet the consumer’s needs; performing crisis intervention; coordinating and managing services.

Key responsibilities will be but not limited to:

• Manage assigned caseload, assess consumer needs, and develop service plans in line with IRP and agency guidelines and program commitments, to ease transition into community.
• Assist consumers with activities of daily living via skill training, to include, but not limited to:
• Cleanliness / personal hygiene
• Financial literacy/money management / budgeting
• Household management responsibilities / laundry / cooking/shopping
• Community involvement / community integration / inclusion
• Secure benefits and entitlements
• Medical case management (doctor’s appointments, prescriptions, etc.)
• Employment
• Transportation navigation
• Education
• Encourage family and natural supports.
• Schedule regular meetings with consumers, providing at-home visits. May also provide transportation and coordinate activities for community integration.
• Prepare and submit documentation required for accurate billing.
• Provide case management services in achievement of goals, which may include:
• Mental health and physical health counseling and services
• Rehabilitation, vocational and employment assistance
• General health and dental services
• Income support and benefits
• Substance abuse (alcohol, drugs) treatment linkages
• Assist with understanding rights and responsibilities under a tenant lease arrangement, including the eviction and appeal process.

Requirements for Successful Candidates:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mental Health or Human Services, or related field, from an accredited college or university; or the equivalent of four years’ experience/education in the field.
• Bachelor’s degree in another field with two years’ experience in behavioral healthcare setting.
• Prior experience in behavioral healthcare setting preferred.
• First Aid and CPR certification strongly preferred.
• Possess a valid driver’s license in state of residence and driving record in compliance with Agency policy.

Job Type: Non-Exempt: Full time-in person

Hours: Monday– Friday

Salary: $24.27/hr.

EOE

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.27 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Safety equipment provided
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• mental health: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• valid driver's license in good standing (Required)

Work Location: In person