Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist (Group Facilitator)

Brightli • Columbia, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The incumbent of this position is responsible for providing day-to-day services under the Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist (PSR) program, in accordance with State Regulatory directives, to clients with severe and persistent mental illness.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of case management and rehabilitation methods, principles and techniques as they relate to mental health services.
• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and regulations of the program to which the associate is assigned.
• Detailed knowledge of the problems encountered by persons with mental illness in residing in the community and how to access the various community resources available.
• Considerable knowledge of the methods and modalities as well as the legal requirements and court procedures related to treating mental illnesses and substance abuse.
• Aptitudes to develop, coordinate, and evaluate services within assigned program responsibilities.
• Capability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively to produce clear and concise reports.
• High School education or equivalent and two (2) years responsible employment history.
• Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect and fingerprint check.
• Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.
• All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.
• Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record and current auto insurance.
• Behavioral Management training completed within thirty (30) days of employment or first available class after start date: CPI for Residential programs or Peaceful Intervention or Verbal De-escalation for Outpatient programs
• Completion of “Direct Service Expectations” within 30 Days of employment.
• Achievement of thirty-six (36) hour training requirements within 2 year period in accordance with 9 CSR 10-7.110 E 1.
• Growth and Development form (CPRC only) within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Privileging and Credentialing form (CPRC only) within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Within the first year of employment, receive training on: Signs and symptoms of disability related illnesses, Working with families and caretaker of clients receiving services, Rights, roles, and responsibilities of client and families, Client self-help skills, Individual treatment plans, Basic principle of assessment, Special needs and characteristics, Philosophy of community support approach, Suicide awareness/precaution, Quality assurance, Infection control, Philosophy, values, and objectives of CPRC, Behavioral management/crisis intervention, Issues/involuntary hold.
• Valid Driver’s license in state of residency with an acceptable driving record is required.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle.
• Must be at least twenty-three (23) years of age to operate a company-owned fifteen (15) passenger van.

Nice To Haves

• CPI for Residential programs
• Peaceful Intervention or Verbal De-escalation for Outpatient programs

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitors premises to ensure that all safety and sanitation requirements are being maintained.
• Maintains a standard of behavior that is at all times consistent with agency expectations and program philosophy.
• Insure that all program expectations and curfews are adhered to, and report behaviors which may assist in CPRC team.
• Facilitate PSR education sessions, under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and/or PSR Supervisor.
• Performs orientation, education, referral, record keeping functions, and participate in team planning.
• Plans, organizes and facilitates groups, outings or other activities to accomplish program objectives.
• Under the directions of CPRC Clinical Supervision and/or PSR Supervisor, serves as an advocate to the client in the implementation of treatment plan.
• Attends scheduled staff meetings.
• Serves as an appropriate role model for clients.
• Operates the van and/or vehicle for client transportation and business needs.
• Demonstrates interest in long term and short-term goals and objectives of the company.
• Other duties as assigned by Clinical Supervisor, Program Director, and/or Executive Team member.

Benefits

• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

What This Job Offers

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