When you work at Highland Rivers Behavioral Health, you make a difference. Every job at Highland Rivers is important because every job contributes to improving people's lives - regardless of whether you work directly with the individuals and families we serve.

Highland Rivers provides treatment and recovery services to individuals impacted by mental illness; substance use disorders and intellectual developmental disabilities.

We serve a complex and vulnerable population : individuals and families who may have limited income, who are uninsured or who have Medicaid or Medicare - people who often have nowhere else to turn and rely on Highland Rivers to help them.

If you have a passion for helping others, Highland Rivers may be the place for you.Highland Rivers Health is currently seeking a Social Service Technician.

The Social Service Technician (SST) is an active member of the Peer Support team and provides peer support services to individuals with serious mental illnesses.Responsibilities include :

• Support individuals in articulating personal goals and objectives for recovery and wellness.
• Assist individuals in identify strengths, recovery / wellness goals, setting objectives, and identifying barriers.
• Recognize and report progress individuals make toward goals / objectives.
• Utilize specific interventions necessary to support individuals in meeting their recovery / wellness goals.
• Teach problem-solving (negative self-talk and overcoming fears) techniques.
• Support individuals in building social skills in the community that will enhance job and support network.
• Develop engaging recovery orientated group material / activities / projects and outings.
• Support individuals in obtaining services that suit that individual's recovery needs.
• Support individuals in developing empowerment skills through self-advocacy and the use of experience to combat stigma.
• Create and facilitate a variety of group activities that support and strengthen recovery. Develop linkages with Community agencies to find speakers, volunteer opportunities, community activities, etc.
• Educate individuals on CPS certification and process for applying to training.
• Transport individuals as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Last updated : 2024-06-22