Community Behavioral Health Worker (I-FAST)

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are seeking an I-FAST Community Behavioral Health Worker!Jackson, OHJoin our Team!Integrated Services for Behavioral Health (ISBH) is a community-minded, forward-thinking behavioral health organization helping people along the road to health and well-being. We meet people in their homes and communities and help connect them to the resources. We serve Southeastern and Central Ohio with a comprehensive array of behavioral health and other services, working with local partners to promote healthy people and strong communities. Our services are intended to be collaborative and personalized for the individual.I-FAST Community Behavioral Health Workers work in collaboration with all involved to address the needs of youth and families that are experiencing a wide range of DSM diagnoses, including complex cases of children at risk for out-of-home placement. This role empowers families to address challenging and/or problematic behavior and to help children/youth aged 5-21 make life-transforming changes. Treatment progress is made through intensive interventions such as skill building, changing unhelpful family interactions, and increasing social support, to name a few. This role receives ongoing training in the Integrated Family and Systems Treatment (I-FAST) model as you work with families, children/youth, their communities, and other key members of their ecology to implement I-FAST as designed.The pay range for this position is $19.00 to $22.26 per hour based on experience, education, and/or licensure.Essential Functions: Engage individuals and families in the home and community to identify strengths, barriers, and goals related to behavioral health and daily functioning.Provide direct interventions using the I-FAST treatment model and principles. Some principles include leveraging strengths and focusing on the positive, understanding sequences of behavior, and increasing mature behaviorConduct a thorough assessment of the client and family: gather information on behaviors of concern and strengths in the family and their ecology to inform conceptualization of the problem behaviors and interactions within the family’s ecological contextConduct treatment planning and participate in regular collaboration with members of the treatment team including schools, courts, care management entity, etc.Provide care in home and community-based settingsContinuously work to engage the primary caregiver, family members, supports, and community agency staff (school, probation, child welfare) in change-oriented treatmentDedicate time to weekly case planning and evaluation of case progress, with ongoing support from your supervisor and team membersAttend regular training, professional development, supervision, and consultation activities to acquire extensive clinical skills within the I-FAST treatment model.Provide backup for team members as needed to ensure continuity of care and 24/7 coverage responsibilitiesAdhere to ISBH EHR Documentation policyMeet ISBH standards for productivity and quality of service deliveryUtilizes databases and Electronic Health Record systems for accurate client documentationMaintain compliance with HIPAA, mandated reporting requirements, and professional ethical guidelinesTravel within designated service areasOther duties as assignedMinimum Requirements: Education/Licensure: A high school degree or GED equivalent is requiredA bachelor's degree in healthcare, behavioral health or related field or three years of relevant experience is requiredExperience: 2- 3 years direct experience in healthcare, behavioral health or related field is preferredExperience with community services within various kinds of populations is requiredExperience working with multisystems such as: Court Systems, Child Protective Services, Schools, OhioRise, Family and Children First Council is requiredExperience working with complex family systems and youth who are experiencing severe emotional/mental health issues is preferredExperience with multi-need individuals and families is preferredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities: Advanced communication skills, both oral and written is requiredAdvanced organizational skills are requiredAbility to maintain confidential information is requiredWilling to participate in and lead cross-systems team-building activitiesAbility to bill Medicaid without restrictions is requiredA valid driver's license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle is requiredAn appropriate level of auto insurance coverage is requiredMust be able to use a personal vehicle or company vehicle to provide services in homes, schools, and community settings.Ability to manage deadlines within a fast-paced, high-volume environment is requiredAbility to operate in an Internet-based, automated office environment is requiredAbility to maintain high-speed internet connection is requiredPhysical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer is requiredMust be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times is requiredEnjoy a great work environment with an excellent salary, generous paid time off, and a strong benefits package.Benefits include:MedicalDentalVisionShort-term DisabilityLong-term Disability401K w/ Employer MatchEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) provides support and resources to help you and your family with a range of issues.To learn more about our organization: MISSION Delivering exceptional care through connectionOUR VALUESDignity - We meet people where they are on their journey with respect and hopeCollaboration - We listen to understand and ask how we can best support the people and communities we serveWellbeing - We celebrate one another's strengths, and we support one another in being wellExcellence - We demand high-quality care for those we serve, and are a leader in how we care for one another as a teamInnovation - We deeply value a range of perspectives and experiences, knowing it is what inspires us to stretch past where we are and reach towards what we know is possibleThe above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals in this role, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.