Community Support Worker - Children and Adults

Presbyterian Medical Services•Grants, NM

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under supervision, this position provides Comprehensive Community Support Services (CCSS) for adults with significant behavioral health disorders and their families AND for children or adolescents experiencing Serious Emotional/Neurobiological/Behavioral Disorders and their families, to improve quality of life and maintain the highest possible ability to function independently within the community.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required plus three years experience working with the target population; or AA degree in a human service field plus two years experience working with the target population; or a related Bachelor’s degree plus one year relevant experience working with the target population.
Related college degrees include Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Family Studies, Special Education and Human Services.
Experience working with adults with Severe Mental Illness (SMI), Chronic Substance Dependence, or Co-occurring disorder (mental illness/substance abuse) and/or dually diagnosed with a primary diagnosis of mental illness.
Experience working with children or adolescents at risk of/or experiencing Serious Emotional/Neurobiological/Behavioral Disorders.
Must have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire.
Must comply with required testing and immunizations (TB, Hepatitis B, Tdap, MMR, Varicella, Influenza).
Must pass a Criminal Records Check.
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Must provide a current motor vehicle record.
Must provide current personal owner liability automobile insurance and must maintain the insurance coverage throughout the course of employment.
Must submit to a motor vehicle record check on an as needed basis and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
Must comply with PMS Policies on Automobile Usage, Drug Free Workplace, and applicable state and federal laws.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English / Spanish) or (English / Navajo) preferred.
Certification as a Peer or Family Specialist can substitute for one year of related work experience.

Responsibilities

Provides Comprehensive Community Support Services (CCSS) for adults with significant behavioral health disorders and their families.
Provides Comprehensive Community Support Services (CCSS) for children or adolescents experiencing Serious Emotional/Neurobiological/Behavioral Disorders and their families.
Improves quality of life for clients.
Maintains the highest possible ability for clients to function independently within the community.