Knowledge and Skills:
• Ability to collaborate as a member of multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams
• Ability to function as an agent of change
• Ability to make independent judgements and decisions
• Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity
• Ability to triage/balance competing priorities
• Ability to function under pressure in fast passed health and human services environments
• Ability to be flexible, open and responsive to ongoing industry changes
• Ability to articulate and communicate the Community Partners program’s mission
• Ability to represent the organization in a variety of circumstances and forums
• Ability to identify opportunities and obstacles and develop effective and creative solutions
• Strong commitment to the rights and ability of people served to live, work, have meaningful relationships and receive the resources and support needed in their community of choice.
• Knowledge of person-centered, strength based, recovery-oriented values and principles and modalities
• Knowledge of clinical and psychiatric rehabilitation values, principles and techniques
• Knowledge of health risks of prevalence with adults with SMI/SUD
• Knowledge of health promotion and clinical care coordination techniques
• Knowledge of trauma-informed and culturally responsive services
• Sensitivity to cultural, religious, ethnic, disability, and gender issues
• Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with Enrollees
• Knowledge of human, legal, civil rights, community and other resources
• Knowledge of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques
• Knowledge of available community health, mental health, and SUD services and resources
Typical Requirements:
• One to two years related experience working with people with psychiatric disability and/or co-occurring disorders preferred.
• Must have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport PS.
• Preference given to bilingual/bicultural applicants and applicants with lived experience of psychiatric conditions.
Preferred /Required Education:
High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in human services field is preferred.
Driving Requirements:
Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. - If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least one year, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check.
Physical Effort:
Direct Care Roles - Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways. Ability to assist clients with tasks of daily living. Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. For positions in day programs or group residences, the ability to assist in routine living activities including cleaning, meal preparation, vacuuming, shoveling, and grocery shopping.
Required Certifications/Trainings:
CPR within 2 weeks of hire, First Aid within 2 weeks of hire