Ozark Center
Overview
Be among the first 25 applicants 5 days ago Delivers community support services to individuals impacted by behavioral health issues, including substance use, trauma, and mental illness. Uses trauma-informed and person-centered approaches to promote independence and autonomy. Manages a caseload with effective time management and multitasking; arranges work schedule to see clients regularly according to individual needs. Manages multiple, simultaneous deadlines to ensure services are provided within established expectations. Education
An individual with a bachelor’s degree in a human services field (examples include social work, psychology, nursing, education, criminal justice, recreational therapy, human development and family studies, counseling, child development, gerontology, sociology, human services, behavioral science, rehabilitation counseling); or Any four-year combination of higher education and qualifying experience; or Any four-year degree and two years of qualifying experience; or An Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree from an approved institution; or Four years of qualifying experience. Qualifying experience must include delivery of services to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities. Responsibilities
Collaborates with clients to develop individualized, person-centered plans and reviews/updates to guide ongoing treatment services. Completes plans and reviews within established timelines and per program requirements. Effectively monitors and assesses clients’ participation and progress in treatment according to individualized plans. Provides treatment interventions that are medically necessary, ethical, and aligned with clients’ plans. Communicates relevant clinical information with supervisor and other key staff regarding clients’ critical care needs in a timely manner. Documents client safety planning and hospitalization interventions per guidelines. Ensures all required documentation is completed within established timelines and in accordance with quality standards set by state and federal regulations, CARF certification requirements, and program expectations. Meets or exceeds billing and productivity expectations as established by the Program Director. Supports coworkers and teammates in providing trauma-informed, person-centered services. Collaborates effectively with treatment team members to support clients in achieving recovery goals. Completes and submits all required training and HR compliance documents timely. Ensures clients have applied for, receive, and maintain medical insurance benefits, and access available community resources based on income eligibility. Performs all other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements
Requires prolonged sitting, frequent standing, bending, squatting, kneeling, and reaching above shoulder level frequently; climbing and twisting occasionally. Requires typical range of hearing and manual dexterity to operate office equipment (keyboard, telephone, photocopier, calculator, etc.). Requires repetitive use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulation. Requires standing, sitting, or walking for up to 8 hours or longer per workday. Requires regular use of a computer and being able to get in/out of a vehicle frequently due to community work. TB test upon hire. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Be among the first 25 applicants 5 days ago Delivers community support services to individuals impacted by behavioral health issues, including substance use, trauma, and mental illness. Uses trauma-informed and person-centered approaches to promote independence and autonomy. Manages a caseload with effective time management and multitasking; arranges work schedule to see clients regularly according to individual needs. Manages multiple, simultaneous deadlines to ensure services are provided within established expectations. Education
An individual with a bachelor’s degree in a human services field (examples include social work, psychology, nursing, education, criminal justice, recreational therapy, human development and family studies, counseling, child development, gerontology, sociology, human services, behavioral science, rehabilitation counseling); or Any four-year combination of higher education and qualifying experience; or Any four-year degree and two years of qualifying experience; or An Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree from an approved institution; or Four years of qualifying experience. Qualifying experience must include delivery of services to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities. Responsibilities
Collaborates with clients to develop individualized, person-centered plans and reviews/updates to guide ongoing treatment services. Completes plans and reviews within established timelines and per program requirements. Effectively monitors and assesses clients’ participation and progress in treatment according to individualized plans. Provides treatment interventions that are medically necessary, ethical, and aligned with clients’ plans. Communicates relevant clinical information with supervisor and other key staff regarding clients’ critical care needs in a timely manner. Documents client safety planning and hospitalization interventions per guidelines. Ensures all required documentation is completed within established timelines and in accordance with quality standards set by state and federal regulations, CARF certification requirements, and program expectations. Meets or exceeds billing and productivity expectations as established by the Program Director. Supports coworkers and teammates in providing trauma-informed, person-centered services. Collaborates effectively with treatment team members to support clients in achieving recovery goals. Completes and submits all required training and HR compliance documents timely. Ensures clients have applied for, receive, and maintain medical insurance benefits, and access available community resources based on income eligibility. Performs all other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements
Requires prolonged sitting, frequent standing, bending, squatting, kneeling, and reaching above shoulder level frequently; climbing and twisting occasionally. Requires typical range of hearing and manual dexterity to operate office equipment (keyboard, telephone, photocopier, calculator, etc.). Requires repetitive use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulation. Requires standing, sitting, or walking for up to 8 hours or longer per workday. Requires regular use of a computer and being able to get in/out of a vehicle frequently due to community work. TB test upon hire. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Other Industries
Mental Health Care Get notified about new Community Support Specialist jobs in
Joplin, MO .
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