Psychiatric Rehabilitation Associate

Community Services Group • Lancaster, PA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Associate is responsible for assisting and supporting the individual in achieving their identified level of recovery. This position meets the regulation requirements of a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker. The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Associate reports directly to the Program Director. This position is part of our Adult Mental Health (MH) Services Social Rehabilitation Program.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with academic concentration in an area relevant to the position; OR an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university and one year work experience in mental health direct service; OR have a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certificate and one additional year paid or volunteer work experience in mental health direct service; OR have a high school diploma or equivalency and 2 years work experience in human services which must include 1 year of mental illness direct care experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to drive a passenger van and accompany individuals into the community, providing support and assistance in interactions in the community while maintaining sensitivity to the rights and dignity of the individual.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and/or completes initial and ongoing assessments of individuals.
• Coordinates and/or develops, reviews, and ensures implementation of individual support plans.
• Assesses, evaluates, and documents individual performance.
• Assists individuals to identify their abilities, strengths, and assets and helps them to recognize these strengths and use them to achieve their goals.
• Implements rehabilitation team decisions in all program settings and contributes to the team process.
• Facilitates group process and activity within the program.
• Transports individuals to community based activities.
• Willing to learn and model the five principles of trauma informed care; safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment.
• Commitment to promote cultural, racial, language and gender access, diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Knowledge and the ability to comply with the Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (PRS) Code of Ethics and statements of rights.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision Insurance available for employees, spouses, domestic partners, & dependents who qualify.
• Generous Paid Time Off & Other Paid Leave
• Extensive Paid Training
• Career Development Opportunities
• Flexible Pay Options through myFlexPay
• Family Medical and Parental Leave
• Flexible spending accounts for medical & dependent care
• Traditional or Roth 401K Plans with up to 4% employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Mentor/Mentee Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level