Part Time BHIS Specialist

THE COMPANY 

Crossroads Behavioral Health Services is committed to the wellness of individuals, their families, and the community by providing high quality mental health and addiction services.

Primary Function and Relationship to Total Organization:

This is a part time hourly position approximately 20-32 hours per week with the potential of full time capacity. Primarily field work, though time in the office may be required at times. The coverage area for this position is Winterset, Greenfield, and Creston. 

This position will provide in-home Skill Development services to client’s and their families to address the behavioral needs of children and adults with mental health diagnosis. The goal is to work with the client and their family in building skills that will help to manage the behaviors and ultimately assist them in maintaining positive functioning in the home, at school, and in the community.

The BHIS Specialist will also provide ongoing feedback to the supervisor and therapist for assistance in creating a treatment plan which outlines the goals of the BHIS services. Travel is required as the families are seen in their homes, community settings, or at an office. The schedule is flexible and may include regular work hours, night hours, and weekend shifts. These hours are determined based on the family and BHIS workers arrangements.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Guide youth and families to make healthy/positive behavioral choices


• Work to enhance the family's ability to interact with one another in a supportive manner


• Provide direct and indirect services to children and families


• Complete necessary paperwork, documentation and meeting contract to be in compliance


• Complete end of month billing and expenses for department


• Create treatment plans


•  Develop crisis plans
  


•  Collaborate with licensed clinicians and other professionals

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE 

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) or human services related field

One year of full time equivalent human service experience OR 20 hours child mental health training may be substituted for experience

Must have Mandatory Reporter & CPR within first 6 months of employment

Must be flexible and able to work independently as well as with a team

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that required of the employee.  Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.