Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist (Group Facilitator)

Brightli • Columbia, MO

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About The Position

The Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist provides day-to-day services through the Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist (PSR) program, in accordance with state regulatory directives, to clients with severe and persistent mental illness. The role facilitates PSR education sessions under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and/or PSR Supervisor and supports clients in implementing treatment plans under clinical supervision.

The specialist performs orientation, education, referral, and record-keeping functions; participates in team planning and staff meetings; and plans and facilitates groups, outings, and other activities that support program objectives. The position also monitors safety and sanitation, reinforces program expectations and curfews, serves as an appropriate role model and client advocate, and operates vehicles for client transportation and business needs.

The position requires a high school education or equivalent and two years of responsible employment history. Employment requirements include successful background checks, completion of required orientation and training, and a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance. The role has no supervisory responsibilities. Physical demands are sedentary, with occasional lifting or moving of up to 10 pounds, repetitive hand and arm movements for typing or writing, and occasional walking or standing.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent.
• Two years of responsible employment history.
• Thorough knowledge of case management and rehabilitation methods, principles, and techniques related to mental health services.
• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and regulations of the assigned program.
• Detailed knowledge of challenges faced by people with mental illness living in the community and how to access available community resources.
• Considerable knowledge of methods and modalities, legal requirements, and court procedures related to treating mental illnesses and substance abuse.
• Ability to develop, coordinate, and evaluate services within assigned program responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively and produce clear, concise reports.
• Successful completion of background checks, including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks.
• Completion of New Hire Orientation and required training, including Relias, at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.
• Current driver's license in the state of residency, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
• Complete applicable behavioral management training within 30 days of employment or at the first available class after starting: CPI for residential programs, or Peaceful Intervention or Verbal De-escalation for outpatient programs.
• Complete Direct Service Expectations within 30 days of employment.
• Complete 36 hours of training within a two-year period in accordance with 9 CSR 10-7.110 E 1.
• For CPRC positions, complete the Growth and Development form and the Privileging and Credentialing form within 30 days of employment.
• Within the first year of employment, receive training in disability-related illnesses; working with client families and caretakers; client and family rights, roles, and responsibilities; client self-help skills; individual treatment plans; basic assessment principles; special needs and characteristics; community support philosophy; suicide awareness and precautions; quality assurance; infection control; CPRC philosophy, values, and objectives; behavioral management and crisis intervention; and issues/involuntary hold.
• Be at least 21 years old to operate a company-owned vehicle.
• Be at least 23 years old to operate a company-owned 15-passenger van.

Responsibilities

• Monitor premises to ensure safety and sanitation requirements are maintained.
• Maintain behavior consistent with agency expectations and program philosophy.
• Ensure program expectations and curfews are followed, and report behaviors that may assist the CPRC team.
• Facilitate PSR education sessions under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and/or PSR Supervisor.
• Perform orientation, education, referral, and record-keeping functions, and participate in team planning.
• Plan, organize, and facilitate groups, outings, or other activities to accomplish program objectives.
• Advocate for clients in implementing treatment plans under the direction of CPRC Clinical Supervision and/or the PSR Supervisor.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings.
• Serve as an appropriate role model for clients.
• Operate a van and/or vehicle for client transportation and business needs.
• Demonstrate interest in the company's long-term and short-term goals and objectives.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor, Program Director, and/or an Executive Team member.

Benefits

• Paid time off package for full-time employees.
• Health, dental, vision, retirement, life, and other benefits for full-time employees.
• Initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive training.
• Career advancement opportunities and promotion from within.

What This Job Offers

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