Behavioral Health Advisor

Community Services Group•York, PA

6d•$20

About The Position

As a Behavioral Health Advisor, you have the opportunity to assist individuals with mental health diagnoses to live more independently and to adjust to life as an independent member of the community while integrating the philosophies of recovery and resiliency. The Behavioral Health Advisor participates in the individual’s development of interdependence, self-directed care, individually created support systems and community involvement. Reports to Residential Supervisor or Assistant Program Director. Starting wage $20/hr with increase possible based on relevant IDD experience. Potential to earn a shift differential. This position is part of our Adult Mental Health (MH) Services Mental Health Residential Programs and or our Long Term Structured Residence (LTSR) Program. Currently hiring in Spring Grove and York, PA. Schedules: -FT Afternoon/Evening with every other weekend. -PRN (Flexible) - Weekday (Afternoon/Evening), Overnight (Awake) & Weekend Hours. Not all hours will be available at all times. Wage Information: Base rate $20.00/hr. Education and experience is taken into account for potential higher starting rates. Plus an awake overnight $1.00/hr. shift differential for hours worked between 10 PM to 6 AM.

Requirements

This position requires one of the following combinations of education and experience: High school diploma or equivalency and related personal, professional, or educational experience; and 12 semester hours of college training in a mental illness related field or 6 months of formal training in mental illness or related field.
Bachelor's Degree in human services or related field .
A valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle to attend trainings, meetings, and/or transport individuals to appointments.
Able to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

Participate in the development and implementation of each individual's Treatment/Support/Recovery Plan.
Assist individuals where applicable in the management of the symptoms of their mental illness and establishing their own recovery plan.
Assist individuals in the development of appropriate skill building necessary for living independently in the community.
Utilize community resources to promote community integration, independence, and interdependence.
Communicates and cooperates with on-site team, individual’s family, involved agencies, and the community in providing relevant information when needed and applicable.
Provides support and assistance to individuals in arranging for medical care when responsible to do so and follows health care recommendations.
Prepare meals, including individuals where regulations allow and encourage individuals to adhere to dietary guidelines.
Models for team members and supports them in shadowing and training during task completion.
Conducts fire drills, manages emergency situations during assigned work shifts, and provides coverage in emergency situations.
Assists individuals in monitoring and/or administering medications.
Be willing to learn and model the five principles of trauma informed care; safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment.
Have a commitment to promote cultural, racial, language and gender access, diversity, equity and inclusion.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision Insurance available for employees, spouses, domestic partners, & dependents who qualify.
Generous Paid Time Off & Other Paid Leave
Extensive Paid Training
Career Development Opportunities
Flexible Pay Options through myFlexPay
Family Medical and Parental Leave
Flexible spending accounts for medical & dependent care
Traditional or Roth 401K Plans with up to 4% employer match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Life Insurance
Wellness Reimbursement
Tuition Assistance
Mentor/Mentee Opportunities
Health Insurance & Benefits availability will vary.