SUMMARY
Responsibilities include provision of direct services to clients in the Community Support Team (CST) program through mental health rehabilitative services.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides direct service to CST clients through mental health rehabilitation services and supports, including: • Illness self-management skill building • Identification and use of adaptive and compensatory skills • Identification and use of natural supports • Use of community resources
60% of services must be provided in the members natural setting.
Key Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) or Licensed Professional in Health and Human Services (LPHA), the following tasks are performed:
• Gather member information to assess the need for services • Make recommendations for treatment • Identify and investigate existing natural resources and supports • Explain options available to CST clients and assist in the application process • Work with CST team members to document all service delivery according to Rule 132 and organizational policies
Program Coordination and Evaluation
Participates in evaluation of referrals and facilitates placement into the CST program with other team members, including:
• Ensuring potential clients meet eligibility requirements and all required screenings and assessments are completed • Coordinating termination of services • Ensuring termination criteria are met and ensuring an appropriate discharge plan
Supportive Services
Through supportive counseling, psycho-education, and case management, assist people in the program to achieve their treatment goals, maximize independence, and access needed community resources.
Collaboration with Other Agencies
Coordinate with other community agencies and organizations, such as:
• DCFS • Schools • Hospitals • Other providers in the community • Provide services in conjunction with other team members to facilitate an effective transition in living arrangement consistent with the clients welfare and development
Outreach and Engagement
Provide intensive outreach in an attempt to engage clients in services and those who do not follow through with post-discharge deflection appointments.
Program Meetings and Training
Participates in specific program meetings, including:
• Mandatory weekly staff meeting • Required service line and agency trainings • Consultations
OTHER DUTIES
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelors degree in psychology, social work, or related field required from an accredited college or university.
Experience working with clients in a behavioral health setting is required.
Substance abuse treatment experience preferred.
Case Management experience preferred.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Work environment may include client homes and a general office environment.
Local travel, including transporting clients, is required.
OTHER
Must maintain a safe driving record and have current valid Illinois Drivers License.
Personal vehicle needed.
CSS staff will transport clients and their belongings in their personal vehicle.
Mileage for authorized work-related purposes is reimbursable.
PAY & BENEFIT INFORMATION
Wage is based on ones experience, qualifications, and bilingual language skills as compared with the organizations position requirements and other similar employees within the organization.
Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, life accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, FSA, Employee Assistance Program, 401k retirement plan, paid time off for vacation, sick, personal time, holidays, and wellness day.
Professional development membership to Relias Essential Learning.