comprehensive community services (ccs) is a team-based wraparound program for individuals with mental health needs. the ccs service facilitator provides community-based care coordination services to adults and children with high level needs across environments; including home, school and community. we are seeking a service facilitator for columbia county, full time, 40 hours a week with benefits.
additional compensation available for master's level candidates. examples of services expected may include (these are examples, not all inclusive, and all services may not be provided by an individual employee.):- screening and assessment - complete initial and annual comprehensive mental health and substance use assessment, addressing strengths, needs and recovery goals.
- service planning - development of written service plan for psychosocial rehabilitation services, include measurable goals and objectives. review services and plan regularly to assess progress toward goals.
- service facilitation - ensuring consumers receive services in an appropriate and timely manner in alignment with service plan. ensure that service delivery is coordinated and monitored to help consumer achieve highest level of independent functioning.
agency requirements (required of all employees):- must comply with applicable service regulations as well as agency and departmental policies and procedures.
- must relate to people of varied ethnic and cultural backgrounds, ages, and economic circumstances with respect and dignity.
- must support the mission, vision and values of the agency.
- represent lss internally and externally as a servant leader in thought, words and actions.
direct service requirements (required of all employees providing direct services):- promote client independence and growth, consistent with the service plan.
- provide services using a trauma-informed and person and/or family-centered model.
- provide services utilizing agency approved and supported evidence-based practices that have been indicated by the funder and/or agency.
- accurately complete time reporting.
essential duties and responsibilities: this list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
- assess client's needs utilizing the required assessment tool(s) (e.g. functional screen). re-assess, as needed, and at least annually. information to complete the assessment is gained via interviews, collateral contacts and prior records.
- working alongside the client, their family, his/her supports, and other service providers, develop and implement a comprehensive and individualized service plan.
- when required by the program/service, coordinate and authorize services according to the service plan.
- provide services to assigned clients in alignment with the service plan.
- organize and plan work effectively.
- apply knowledge of community resources.
- apply knowledge of casework principles and methods.
- apply working knowledge of human behavior, dynamics of groups, interpersonal relations, and social interactions.
- apply working knowledge of social problems and their effects on individuals.
- work collaboratively with clients, service teams, and clinical supervisor to determine interventions.
- communicate effectively with team members and providers. when authorizing services, articulate the expectations of the service.
- establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships.
- complete documentation within required timelines and expectations per lss, regulation, funders, and practice standards.
- maintain client records.
- make recommendations within the client team and scope of practice.
- testify at legal proceedings as required by law and/or role.
- coordinate and facilitate person and/or family-centered team meetings.
- when supervision is a program requirement, actively engage in the clinical supervision process.
- attend and participate in staff development programs, including in-service training, staff meetings, and professional seminars.
- within your scope of practice, provide consultation to peers.
- work a flexible weekly schedule that includes some evening and/or weekend hours for client appointments. work directly with program supervisor or manager to set expectations for scheduling clients. schedule is based on client need.
- understand productivity expectations. meet or exceed the standards that have been established for the role and the program.
- perform other duties and special projects as required.
perks:- public service loan forgiveness (pslf)
- by being employed with lss, which is a non-profit agency, you can be eligible for loan forgiveness under the public service loan forgiveness program.
- loans are eligible to be forgiven after 10 years of on-time and consistent payments through the income-based re-payment plan.
- lss clinical managers and human capital employees can assist you in applying for this benefit.
- licensure and exam fees
- if the employee has been with lss for 1 year prior, they will receive full reimbursement for licensure and/or exam costs for your first attempt. lss also pays for bi-annual renewals.
- if the employee is considered part-time, lss will pay for half of the associated licensure and exam costs for your first attempt. lss also pays for bi-annual renewals.
- it is required for your position to maintain a state license in a mental health or substance abuse related field.
- the following are situations in which licensure and/or exam costs will be reimbursed:
- clinical supervision and consultation
- we offer a free, robust clinical supervision experience for any type of licensure that focuses not only on client needs, but employee development.
- training
- lss is focused on the continued growth of our employees and ensuring we provide high quality services.
- lss employees are eligible for receiving internal as well as financial support for external trainings to support your growth and required continuing education (ceu) credits.
- flexibility
- lss is a family/employee-focused agency which values work-life balance.
- employees can adjust their schedules to accommodate personal commitments by flexing their schedule or utilizing time off.
- benefits package
- 10 paid holidays (ex: friday after thanksgiving, christmas eve, mlk jr. day, memorial day, etc.)
- 2 personal days
- sick & vacation time
- retirement - 403b match
- lss makes annual raises and additional bonuses a priority for employees
qualifications to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. the requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. upon offer, candidates must successfully complete the necessary background, caregiver, medical and any other checks required, according to program requirements
. reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
education and/or experience- bachelor's degree in relevant area of human services required.
- master's degree in social work with mental health concentration, counseling, psychology, marriage and family therapy, or related program is preferred.
lss approved examples of human service degrees include, but are not limited to the following:
- child development/family relations
- community mental health
- substance use
- counseling/guidance
- criminal justice
- marriage and family
- occupational therapy
- psychology
- recreational therapy
- rehabilitation counseling
- social worker
- sociology
- special education
- vocational counseling
certificates, licenses, registrations- the incumbent of this position must have a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the role; a motor vehicle check (mvr) with a satisfactory driving record per the lss driver safety procedure is required, and ability to meet lss auto insurance requirements.
language skills- ability to read, write, analyze and interpret to complete required documentation by established timeframes.
- ability to document in a neat, legible, accurate, objective and consistent manner to reflect the services provided.
- ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from all levels of lss management and employees, as well as the individual, family, and circle of support.
computer skills/technology:- working knowledge of computers to allow employee to access computer systems and applications to complete timecards, read and respond to email, and complete required on-line training.
- ability to utilize efficiently an electronic health record(s) for documentation of direct services.
- must be able to work on computer and utilize computer applications and programs to effectively complete the job.
- ability to work within a variety of ever-changing software packages and computer systems.
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