Independent Living Specialist
About The Position
The F/ACT Independent Living Specialists work with SMI clients in their homes or in the field to develop independent living skills. Independent living skills include, but are not limited to, food shopping, learning bus routes, cleaning home, proper hygiene, maintaining relationships with supportive family and developing community based supports. This position is expected to be in the field at least 80% of the time working with clients assisting them develop skills that will assist in sustaining ongoing recovery. This position will also provide after hour and on-call supports.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 1 or more years of clerical and/or administrative experience is preferred.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nice To Haves
- Associates Degree or higher in a field related to behavioral health preferred.
Responsibilities
- Work with SMI clients in their homes or in the field to develop independent living skills.
- Assist clients with food shopping, learning bus routes, cleaning home, proper hygiene, maintaining relationships with supportive family and developing community based supports.
- Be in the field at least 80% of the time working with clients assisting them develop skills that will assist in sustaining ongoing recovery.
- Provide after hour and on-call supports.
Benefits
- Generous PTO accrual (5 weeks!)
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, Supplemental plans
- Hospital indemnity/ Critical Illness
- Pet Insurance
- Dependent Care Savings
- Health Care Savings
- 401K with employer match - 100% vested upon enrollment
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship Programs
- incentives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
