Duration of Job: Either Full or Part Time, more than 6 months
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Job Summary:
Requirements: Bachelor degree in psychology, social work science and 2 years experience in a mental health setting OR a satisfactory equivalence of education, experience and training. Valid driver license for field work, employer to approve driving record.
Applications will also be reviewed based on: knowledge of social service theory, practices and procedures to identify a problem, decide on appropriate action and provide indicated services; human behavior relating to crisis situations and problems of client population; laws relating to mental health; skill to develope relationships, listening techniques and principles; ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form; coordinate with families of clients and community; participate in diagnostic and treatment conferences within an inter disciplinary team; work with and relate to a diverse population of people with mental and physical handicaps; teach socialization and living skills to individuals with various learning levels;courteously meet and deal effectively with other employees, clients, families, schools, service agencies, service providers, physicians, professionals, team and committee members and the public. Pass drug screen, physical, background and DMV checks.
Job Duties: Meet clients and / or their guardians in the home or designated location, to provide assistance in life skills, such as relationship skills, coach parents / caregivers, develop schedules for medication, eating, bathing, attending appointments; may transport clients to appointments. Direct assistance provided to clients who have a covered mental heath diagnosis as prescribed and pre approved by designated Mental Health staff; assist clients to identify personal strengths and set treatment goals; crisis prevention / intervention; symptom management; general skills training both in individual and family group; complete and submit progress notes, record keeping, correspondence and interagency liaison activities on behalf of assigned clients; attend staff meetings; participate in clinical staffings and training. Remain calm and use good judgment during confrontational or high pressure situations. Attend unit and individual supervisory meetings, training workshops or conferences as required to stay current on treatment / rehabilitation strategies for clients.
Work is performed in client homes, offices, residential settings, schools and in the field with possible exposures to dampness, bee stings, dust or pollen, noxious odors, temperature. extremes, smoke, sun, noise, confined, crowded and remote areas. May involve bending, crawling, gripping with hands and fingers, keyboarding, kneeling, lifting up to 60 pounds.
Wage: $14.62 to $19.27 hour (Mental Health Specialist 1); $16.40 to $21.64 hour (Mental Health Specialist 2).
Hours: Part or full time temporary, as needed
Job Classification: Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists
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Driver License Information
Required:
Non-Commercial Drivers License
Compensation
Salary: $14.62 to $21.64
per
Hour
Depending on Experience, Depending on Qualifications
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