Community Support Associate- McKell Elementary School

Ramey-Estep / Re-group•Greenup, KY

14d•$14

About The Position

Function: The primary role of the Community Support Associate (CSA) is to engage in activities with clients which allow them to learn and utilize new skills to reduce mental disability and increase maximum independence. This position is for Greenup County School of Innovation. Organizational duties & responsibilities: The primary responsibility of all staff is to ensure the safety and well-being of all Ramey-Estep/Re-group (RE) clients. Supports the mission, vision, and values of RE. Facilitates and adheres to the agency’s code of ethics, policies, and procedures. Supports all functions that attain and maintain accreditation and compliance with regulatory agencies. Supports and facilitates positive interaction with clients and staff by exhibiting both in-office and in-public when carrying out job duties: individual maturity, respect for others, a team-centered approach, maintenance of confidential information, and awareness and sensitivity to cultural and other differences in clients and staff. Exhibits effective communication skills, including proper use of agency communication systems. Participates in appropriate professional development programs to attain and maintain competency. Effectively manages financial and physical resources to achieve the mission of RE. Reports incidents of abuse or potential abuse involving clients to the appropriate authorities and RE. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: CSA is responsible for teaching skills necessary to allow clients to live with maximum independence in the community and consists of (1) or more of the following: Skills training, cueing, or supervision as identified in the client’s individualized treatment plan. Medication adherence and recognizing symptoms and side effects. Non-Clinical but therapeutic behavioral intervention, support, and skills training. Participating in and evaluating the progress of the individualized care plan. Assistance in accessing and utilizing community resources. Emotional regulation skills. Crisis coping skills. Developing and enhancing interpersonal skills.

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited school is preferred.
Experience: Have one (1) year of full-time experience working with individuals who receive services for treating a mental health disorder or co-occurring disorder and substance use disorder.
Specific Skills and Requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age.
Technical requirements include proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and any other applications used by the organization or regulatory agencies.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of flexibility and be able to coordinate multiple priorities effectively.
Capability to effectively handle confidential data promptly.
Must be able to interface well with all departments in a highly professional manner.
Ability to understand and relate to the needs of clients from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to read, write and converse in English.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
Successful completion of a background screening.
Successful completion of a TB skin test or proof of a negative chest x-ray or other documentation.
Specialized Licenses or Training: Successful completion of Excellent Foundations.
Maintain 40 hours of annual training.