Behavioral Health Advisor

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Summary:

As a Behavioral Health Advisor at CSG, you have the opportunity to assist adults with mental health diagnoses to live more independently and to adjust to life as an independent member of their community while integrating the philosophies of recovery and resiliency.

Starting wage $20/hr with increase possible based on relevant IDD experience. Potential to earn a shift differential.

This position is part of our Adult Mental Health (MH) Services’ Residential Programs in Steelton and Highspire, PA. These programs are designed to support adults with serious mental illness to live successfully in their home communities. In these programs you provide skill-building rehabilitation.

You will participate in activities to support the interest of those you serve including:

• Community outings including movies, bowling, festivals, sporting events, and shopping trips.
• Helping with interpersonal relationships with family, friends, partners, other residents, and staff.
• Conducting Group Activities including journaling, coping skills, budgeting, money tracking, meditation, yoga, poetry, and other topics that interest individuals .
• Assisting individuals in setting up bank accounts, applying for benefits such as social security income, food stamps, primary care physicians and other mental health or physical health providers and their appointments.
• Assisting with obtaining IDs, social security cards, insurance cards and regular connection with a pharmacy.
• Arts and crafts including painting, tie dying, candle and candy making, rock painting or other hobbies that interest the individuals.
• Playing games such as bingo, Pictionary, and board games.
• Helping residents look for jobs and housing while assisting with applications and interview skills.
• Helping with cooking and program laundry.

We are currently hiring for the following hours:

FT (40 hrs) Tu - Sa 3 pm-11 pm

PT (15 hrs) Su - Tu 5:30 pm -10:30 pm
PT (20 hrs) W - Sa 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm
PRN (Flexible) - Weekday (Afternoon/Evening), Overnight (Awake) & Weekend Hours.

Not all schedules will be available at all times.

Wage Information:

Base rate $20.00/hr. Education and experience is taken into account for potential higher starting rates. Plus an awake overnight $1.00/hr. shift differential for hours worked between 10 PM to 6 AM.

Job Description:

• Participate in the development and implementation of each individual's Treatment/Support/Recovery Plan.
• Assist individuals where applicable in the management of the symptoms of their mental illness and establishing their own recovery plan.
• Assist individuals in the development of appropriate skill building necessary for living independently in the community.
• Utilize community resources to promote community integration, independence, and interdependence.
• Communicates and cooperates with on-site team, individual’s family, involved agencies, and the community in providing relevant information when needed and applicable.
• Provides support and assistance to individuals in arranging for medical care when responsible to do so and follows health care recommendations.
• Prepare meals, including individuals where regulations allow and encourage individuals to adhere to dietary guidelines.
• Models for team members and supports them in shadowing and training during task completion.
• Conducts fire drills, manages emergency situations during assigned work shifts, and provides coverage in emergency situations.
• Assists individuals in monitoring and/or administering medications.
• Be willing to learn and model the five principles of trauma informed care; safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment.
• Have a commitment to promote cultural, racial, language and gender access, diversity, equity and inclusion.

Qualifications:

This position requires one of the following combinations of education and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalency and related personal, professional, or educational experience; OR
• Bachelor's Degree in human services or related field.

Additional requirements include:

• A valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle to attend trainings, meetings, and/or transport individuals to appointments.
• Able to work flexible hours.

CSG Offers Superior Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision Insurance available for employees, spouses, domestic partners, & dependents who qualify.

• Generous Paid Time Off & Other Paid Leave

• Extensive Paid Training

• Career Development Opportunities

• Flexible Pay Options through myFlexPay

• Family Medical and Parental Leave

• Flexible spending accounts for medical & dependent care

• Traditional or Roth 401K Plans with up to 4% employer match

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Life Insurance

• Wellness Reimbursement

• Tuition Assistance

• Mentor/Mentee Opportunities

Health Insurance & Benefits availability will vary.

Make a positive impact not only in someone else's life but in your own life by becoming a valued member of the CSG Team!

Community Services Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting Workforce Diversity.