Community Support Worker & PSR Classroom Instructor

Presbyterian Medical Services • Grants, NM

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About The Position

This is a combined position providing Comprehensive Community Support Services (CCSS) and classroom-based Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) instruction. Under supervision, the Community Support Worker provides services to adults with significant behavioral health disorders and their families, as well as children or adolescents experiencing serious emotional, neurobiological, or behavioral disorders and their families. The services aim to improve quality of life and support the highest possible level of independent functioning in the community.

The PSR Classroom Instructor works in a variety of settings to provide individual training in basic living skills development, psychosocial skills, and therapeutic socialization.

Requirements

• Community Support Worker qualification: high school diploma or GED and three years of experience working with the target population; or an associate degree in a human service field and two years of relevant experience; or a related bachelor’s degree and one year of relevant experience.
• Related degrees include Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Family Studies, Special Education, and Human Services.
• A Peer or Family Specialist certification may substitute for one year of related work experience.
• PSR Classroom Instructor qualification: bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Rehabilitation, Education, Special Education, or a related field; or an associate degree in Human Services or a related field and two years’ experience providing services in the functional area taught; or high school diploma/GED and four years’ experience providing services in the functional area taught.
• PSR Classroom Instructor candidates must also have at least one year of experience working with individuals with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) or co-occurring SMI and substance abuse disorders, unless qualifying through the Certified Peer Specialist pathway described in the posting.
• Certified Peer Specialist pathway: be at least 18 years old; have a high school diploma or GED; self-identify as a current or former consumer of mental health and/or substance abuse services; and demonstrate at least two years of recovery with written certification.
• If qualifying as a Certified Peer Specialist, obtain certification through the approved New Mexico certification program by the date of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
• Have or obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire and keep certifications current.
• Complete required post-offer testing and immunizations, including TB, Hepatitis B consent or waiver, Tdap, MMR, Varicella, and influenza vaccination according to CDC and NMDOH dates.
• Successfully complete a criminal records check.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license if driving is required; provide a current motor vehicle record and current personal automobile liability insurance; and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• Comply with applicable PMS automobile usage and drug-free workplace policies and applicable state and federal laws.
• Complete transportation-related training if required.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish or English and Navajo.

Responsibilities

• Provide Comprehensive Community Support Services to adults with significant behavioral health disorders and their families.
• Provide Comprehensive Community Support Services to children or adolescents experiencing serious emotional, neurobiological, or behavioral disorders and their families.
• Support clients in improving quality of life and maintaining the highest possible ability to function independently in the community.
• Provide individual PSR training in basic living skills development, psychosocial skills, and therapeutic socialization.
• Use personal transportation to carry out job duties if required.
• Maintain required certifications, driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and satisfactory driving record throughout employment.

Benefits

• Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free life and LTD coverage
• Free discretionary pension plan contribution
• Employee recognition and engagement activities
• Robust training program
• Tuition reimbursement
• $500 employee referral bonus, subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements
• Competitive salaries

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED