Behavioral Health Specialist - ACT (Rural Southwest Iowa)

Summary Description of Work Professionals at this level have excellent communication skills with clients and community institutions. Specific project, program, or office responsibilities may occur at this level. Decision-making, problem solving, and highly developed interpersonal skills are critical. This position functions as a fully integrated Team Member of the Assertive Community Treatment Team, which is a multi-disciplinary team that assists individuals with serious mental illness to minimize symptoms and the resulting impairment in daily functioning. This ACT Team will serve rural counties of Southwest Iowa Mental Health and Disability Region. Compensation Salary is determined by total years of relevant experience. Work Schedule 40 hours per week. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Human Service field. Three years in case management, vocational, or skill development experience. Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record. Experience working with people who have serious and persistent mental illness preferred. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Complete comprehensive assessment of client’s mental health history, activities of daily living, family history, social history, employment and educational history. Responsible for prioritizing client’s needs and goals to formulate a client-centered treatment plan. Assist clients in developing skills in daily living, social and interpersonal relationships, and occupational capabilities. Provide support and consultation to team members, client family members, and community partners. Maintain all contact documentation and comply with agency standards. Utilize technology to deliver services when necessary and complete documentation in electronic health record. Provide problem solving and crisis intervention as needed. Coordinate services with other community agencies and resources. Proactive in problem solving, able to generate creative solutions to challenging situations. Display a courteous and caring attitude at all times to clients, volunteers, and visitors of the agency. Be dependable and punctual regarding scheduling and attendance. Abide by all specific program and agency procedures, policies, and requirements. Develop personal and program-related skills through participation in internal and external training opportunities. Create, maintain, and share a dynamic self-care plan as appropriate. Strive to make connections between the agency and the larger community to contribute to agency’s fundraising and cultivate new referral sources for the ACT program. Perform essential functions of this job on the company physical work site, in the community, and in client homes. Perform other program-related duties as assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr Heartland Family Service