Community Support Specialist
Full Time
Matteson, IL 60443
$36,660 - $40,660 a year
Posted
Job description
Community Support Specialist
Department: Community Mental Health and Counseling
Status: Full-time
Status: Full-time
Who We Are
For over 50 years Sertoma Centre, Inc. has helped people with disabilities live, work, and fully participate in their communities. We do this by empowering individuals to achieve personal success through comprehensive services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as those living with mental illness. Based in Matteson Illinois, our accredited Community Mental Health and Counseling services assist adults and youth who experience mental illness to work toward recovery and prosperity.
Your Role
As the Community Support Specialist, you will work as part of the Community Support Team (CST) to provide support services to individuals assigned to CST in order to decrease crisis episodes and increase community functioning, assisting consumers to achieve recovery goals. This position conducts assessments and develops treatment plans in collaboration with the consumer, other CST members, the mental health team, other providers, and other parties the consumer identifies as important to treatment. This position completes all required documentation in accordance with the standards of Rule 132/140, payers, other applicable licensing and accreditation bodies, and Sertoma policy. This position is required to provide on-call support on a rotating schedule.
A minimum of 60% of Community Support Team services are delivered off-site in community settings and the consumers’ natural environments. Staff utilize vehicles provided by the organization to provide services in community settings.
Responsibilities
For over 50 years Sertoma Centre, Inc. has helped people with disabilities live, work, and fully participate in their communities. We do this by empowering individuals to achieve personal success through comprehensive services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as those living with mental illness. Based in Matteson Illinois, our accredited Community Mental Health and Counseling services assist adults and youth who experience mental illness to work toward recovery and prosperity.
Your Role
As the Community Support Specialist, you will work as part of the Community Support Team (CST) to provide support services to individuals assigned to CST in order to decrease crisis episodes and increase community functioning, assisting consumers to achieve recovery goals. This position conducts assessments and develops treatment plans in collaboration with the consumer, other CST members, the mental health team, other providers, and other parties the consumer identifies as important to treatment. This position completes all required documentation in accordance with the standards of Rule 132/140, payers, other applicable licensing and accreditation bodies, and Sertoma policy. This position is required to provide on-call support on a rotating schedule.
A minimum of 60% of Community Support Team services are delivered off-site in community settings and the consumers’ natural environments. Staff utilize vehicles provided by the organization to provide services in community settings.
Responsibilities
- Through a team approach, provide direct services to individuals assigned to the CST, at least 60% off-site during times and locations most convenient to the consumer, in accordance with the individual’s service plan. Complete all required documentation according to Sertoma policy, standards of Rule 132/140, Attachment B, payers, and accreditation bodies.
- Complete all necessary assessments including the IATP, LOCUS, and required documentation, including billing notes, in accordance with Rule 132/140 standards.
- Develop and implement crisis plans and treatment plans outlining treatment goals and interventions in collaboration with the consumer, CST, other providers, and other parties as identified by the consumer, following the standards of Rule 132/140, payers, and accreditation bodies.
- Collaborate and effectively communicate with CMHC staff to ensure coordinated care, and to provide referrals for consumers no longer eligible for CST.
- Provide direct CST services that promote the reduction of crisis episodes and increased community functioning in order to meet rehabilitative, resiliency, and recovery goals.
- Maintain records of individuals on the CST in accordance to Sertoma Policy, Rule 132/140, Attachment B, payers, and accreditation bodies. Assist CST Lead in conducting regular quality assurance of CST records.
- Participate in weekly team meetings, maintain current knowledge and understanding of the treatment, progress, goals, and needs of each consumer on the CST.
- Maintain open and effective communication with agency and provider staff, family, and others in response to client’s identified needs, client assistance/service needs, treatment plan follow-up, and input on adaptations needed to enhance progress toward goals. Work cooperatively with staff to ensure appropriate access to services as identified during the treatment planning process.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in human services related field required.
- Minimum of one year experience working with individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders required.
- Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
- Valid driver’s license and documentation of current auto insurance, with an acceptable motor vehicle report.
- Proficient in the use of computers, software applications, and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Employer Paid Insurance: Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) with company match
- Tuition assistance
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Reimbursement for conferences and seminars
- Access to the Alsip Park District Fitness Center for $10.00 per month
Health, Safety, and Culture
Sertoma Centre, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that embraces the uniqueness of every person. Sertoma understands that in order for you to work effectively and be an advocate of inclusivity, we must foster an environment that is respectful and sensitive to persons of all gender identities and from every cultural, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial background. Our open-door, team-building concept supports both agency goals and employee success.
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