Community Support Specialist (Veterans Program-SSVF)

The Community Support Specialist/Group Facilitator provides direct service to clients through individual and group counseling/therapy, vocational support, crisis intervention, and psycho-social rehabilitation. They identify risk factors related to relapse and develop relapse prevention plans and strategies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops and reviews members’ care plans by identifying goals, objectives, and specific mental health services needed.


• Teaches members independent and community living skills, such as housekeeping, meal preparation, coping skills, etc.


• Provides support to members with collateral social service agencies and community partners.


• Plan and facilitate various activity groups.


• Documents services provided in an Electronic Health Record in a timely manner.


• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Candidates must be at least 21 years of age and have.


• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. 


• High school diploma or GED certificate with 5 years of supervised job-related experience in the field of social services OR  Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field


• Housing experience such as working with CHA and Private Landlords preferred.

REQUIREMENTS

• Daily access to a personal vehicle


• Valid driver’s license.


• Military experience preferred.


• Willingness to provide transportation for members of the program.


• Must obtain and maintain liability car insurance of:


• $100,000 per person bodily injury.


• $300,000 per accident.


• $100,000 property damage.

WHAT WE OFFER: 

• Competitive Pay - Base Rate: $21.75 - $25.87 hourly / $45,240 - $53,800 annually


• Generous Paid Time Office Policy (Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days) 


• 4 Medical Insurance Plans 


• Dental Insurance 


• Vision Insurance 


• 403(b) with 3% employer match 


• Mileage Reimbursement 


• Public Service Loan Forgiveness 


• Supervision for Clinical Licensure at no cost (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC)