Independent Living Skills Coach, Mornings (Saint Paul)

People Incorporated Mental Health Services • Eagan, MN

5d • $22 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level, full-time position providing a supportive environment for clients. The Independent Living Skills Coach provides person-centered engagement and interventions, administers medication, and helps oversee the program and maintain safety. The role is based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, with a morning schedule: Monday through Wednesday and every other Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The position is non-exempt, with a hiring range of $22.00–$23.76 per hour, depending on qualifications. External candidates may be eligible for a $1,000 payment.

People Incorporated Mental Health Services is Minnesota’s largest nonprofit mental health provider and has served as a community partner for more than 50 years. The organization describes its work as transforming community health through innovative solutions. People Incorporated is committed to a tobacco-free environment and to equal employment opportunity and a diverse workplace.

Requirements

• At least 2,000 hours of work experience providing health and human services to individuals within the previous 10 years, and a GED or high school diploma; OR an associate of arts degree or two years of full-time postsecondary education in behavioral science or human services; OR two years of full-time postsecondary education or at least 15 semester hours or 23 quarter hours in behavioral sciences or related fields; OR, within the previous 10 years, three years of personal life experience with mental illness; OR, within the previous 10 years, three years of experience as a primary caregiver to an adult with mental illness, traumatic brain injury, substance use disorder, or developmental disability.
• Must earn First Aid and CPR certification upon hire.
• Must complete 245I trainings and supervision as required by statute.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or a related field, plus proof of a practicum or internship involving direct interaction with adults or children served and focused on behavioral sciences or related fields.
• At least 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in behavioral science or a related field, plus one of the following: proof of a relevant practicum or internship involving direct interaction with people served; 2,000 hours of supervised service-delivery experience with people with mental illness; or 2,000 hours of supervised service-delivery experience with people with traumatic brain injury or developmental disabilities, along with training in mental illness, mental health de-escalation techniques, co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse, and psychotropic medications and side effects.
• Fluency in the non-English language of the cultural group to which 50% of the practitioner’s clients belong.
• A high school diploma and 4,000 hours of supervised service-delivery experience with people with mental illness; OR experience with people with traumatic brain injury or developmental disabilities plus training in mental illness, mental health de-escalation techniques, co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse, and psychotropic medications and side effects.
• Current enrollment in an accredited graduate-level behavioral sciences program, with formal assignment to the program for clinical training.

Responsibilities

• Document client interactions in the organization’s Electronic Health Record and, when applicable, program-specific documentation systems; communicate clearly and concisely with clients, staff, and other relevant parties.
• Prepare, serve, and clear client or program meals according to the schedule and sanitation, nutrition, and safety standards.
• Administer medication according to organizational and program policies and procedures.
• Maintain daily housekeeping and general cleanliness of the client home, program, and workstation according to organizational and program requirements.
• Conduct regular rounds and room checks throughout the facility.
• Support individuals with mental health management by identifying and practicing coping skills and alternative methods.
• Provide person-centered engagement and interventions, general program oversight, and attention to safety.

Benefits

• Accrue up to four weeks of PTO/ESST.
• Company-designated holidays and floating holidays.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with a 3% employer match.
• Multiple health and dental insurance plan choices.
• Lifestyle Benefit: choice of a company contribution to a health savings account, student loan repayment assistance, or flex time.
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
• Free access to People Incorporated’s Training Institute, including free CEUs and learning and education opportunities.
• Eligibility for state and federal loan forgiveness programs.
• A $1,000 payment may be available to external candidates.

What This Job Offers

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