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Job description
Overview
Join our team and be a part of something extraordinary as part of our Kairos House.
Kairos House
Kairos House is a short-term residential program located in Burlington County that offers a safe, therapeutic option for those who are at risk of hospitalization due to exacerbation of their mental illness; or for those who need further stabilization and/or a transition period following an inpatient stay. Services include case management, treatment, housing assistance, wellness groups, and life skills training.
Benefits
3.2 weeks of Paid Time Off during the first year
Medical, vision, dental and life insurance
403(b) employee participation and employer match
9 Agency-paid holidays
Training opportunities provided throughout the year
Retention bonus
Pay: $16 to $18 / hour - pay depends upon education / experience
Hours:
Two shifts are available: 4 pm till 12 am (midnight) and 1 pm till 9:00 pm
Job Summary
The Support Specialist provides mental health services to adults who have a chronic mental illness in a respite setting.
Responsibilities Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the consumers served
Provides direct supervision of the consumers residing in the residential setting
Provides crisis intervention as needed
Collaborates with community resources to link consumers to appropriate mental health and substance abuse providers
Provides social skills groups related to the consumer's individual needs
Transports consumers in agency vehicles
Understands medication procedures for the purpose of observing the administration of medications
Must understand the use of Electronic Health Record (EHR) for chart documentation
Must be aware of all safety procedures along with review of MSDS manuals
Utilizes Safe Crisis Management (SCM), CPR, and First Aid
Qualifications BA/BS degree in a mental health discipline or health/human services or 1-year full-time experience working with people diagnosed with serious mental illness OR AA/AS degree with 2 years' experience OR high school diploma with 4 years' experience
Employee must demonstrate the personal characteristics and experience to collaborate with and provide appropriate care to consumers, gain their respect, guide their development, and participate in their overall treatment program
About Legacy Treatment Services
Legacy Treatment Services is a vibrant non-profit behavioral health organization that utilizes cutting-edge technology and evidence-based practice in treatment and clinical care. Our programs provide a complement of services for most ages and needs. This continuum is designed to meet the complex needs of each individual and creates a continuum of services that are able to meet the needs of children, adults and families through a continuum of services utilizing an integrated care model. We are dedicated to seeking new innovative solutions that help us provide needed services more efficiently while maintaining stable, sustainable growth.
Legacy Treatment Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Who can apply
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