What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Specialist position at LifeSkills Inc.?
Opportunity to work for a nonprofit corporation passionate about the quality of care and providing a thoughtful approach for improving the lives of families in crisis since 1966.
Title: Behavioral Health Specialist
Worksite: Warren Service Center
Hours Status: Full-Time
Pay Range: $15.87 Hourly
Brief Job Description:
Provide support services to seriously mentally ill adults allowing them to live with maximum independence in the community. Spend extended periods of time with clients participating in therapeutic and mentoring activities designed to enhance their functioning and development for clients with more intensive needs than the typical outpatient timeframes allow. Position involves psychiatric rehabilitation principles under the direction of a licensed mental health professional.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology or Human Services
- Six months experience working in a clinical or mental health setting (may include internship hours).
- Genuine interest and experience in working with individuals with psychological disorders.
- Valid Driver’s license, insurance and reliable transportation.
- Flexible work schedule (to include evenings and weekends).
- Successful completion of the State approved Community Support Associate training within 6 months of hire.
BENEFITS, Full-time employees enjoy:
- Holidays (11)
- Personal Day
- Vacation
- Sick Time
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Wellness plans
- Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Supplemental Products and more
- Pension Plan! Defined retirement benefit through the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Participation is automatic and effective immediate upon hire.
LifeSkills/Pennyroyal is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Those interested and meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply for positions on-line at https://lifehealthservices.applicantstack.com/x/openings?sort=1&sortdir=d
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