Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist

Job Description: Job Title: Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist Location: Independence, MO Department: Adult Community Services Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary: Are you passionate about helping individuals with severe and persistent mental illness build meaningful, independent lives in their communities? Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist, where you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting difference every day. This role offers the chance to facilitate engaging educational groups, build supportive relationships with clients, advocate for personal growth and recovery, participate in a mission-driven organization, and work alongside dedicated professionals committed to improving lives. We are seeking individuals who are compassionate, dependable, organized, and skilled at building positive connections with others. As a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist, you will provide day-to-day psychosocial rehabilitation services that support individuals in achieving treatment goals and improving community functioning. You will facilitate educational and skill-building activities, assist with treatment plan implementation, coordinate client engagement opportunities, provide transportation as needed, and contribute to a positive, recovery-focused environment. This role combines direct client interaction, group facilitation, advocacy, and teamwork to help clients achieve greater independence and overall wellness. Benefits Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition Workplace Culture – An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce Additional Perks & Benefits – Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more Key Responsibilities Facilitate psychosocial rehabilitation education sessions under the guidance of clinical leadership. Plan, organize, and lead engaging groups, community outings, and therapeutic activities that support client recovery goals. Advocate for clients and assist in implementing individualized treatment plans. Perform client orientation, education, referral coordination, recordkeeping, and team planning activities. Build positive therapeutic relationships and serve as an encouraging role model for clients. Transport clients and perform business-related travel using agency vehicles as needed. Monitor the program environment to ensure safety, cleanliness, and compliance with program expectations. Communicate observations and concerns with the treatment team to support quality client care. Participate in staff meetings and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team members. Support organizational goals and perform additional duties as assigned. Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required. Minimum of two (2) years of responsible employment experience required. Knowledge of case management and psychosocial rehabilitation principles, techniques, and best practices. Understanding of mental health services, community resources, and challenges faced by individuals living with mental illness. Ability to develop, coordinate, and evaluate services within assigned program responsibilities. Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and concise documentation. Additional Qualifications Successful completion of background screenings, including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks. Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current automobile insurance required. Valid driver's license in state of residency required. Must attain Behavioral Management training within thirty (30) days of employment or at the first available class following hire. Must attain thirty-six (36) hours of training within a two-year period in accordance with 9 CSR 10-7.110 E 1. Must attain required CPRC-specific credentialing and development requirements within designated timeframes. Ability to work effectively with individuals experiencing mental health challenges and support recovery-focused services. Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle. Must be at least twenty-three (23) years of age to operate a company-owned fifteen (15) passenger van. Physical Requirements Perform sedentary work involving exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and negligible force frequently. Sit for extended periods throughout the workday. Occasionally walk and stand for brief periods as needed. Perform repetitive hand, finger, and arm movements associated with typing, writing, and documentation. Lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move light objects as required in the performance of job duties. Position Perks & Benefits Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life. Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more. Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive. Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within. Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness. Brightli is on a Mission A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace. About Brightli Brightli is on a mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. We are doing this by forming a new behavioral health organization under new model. Under one parent company, multiple organizations are able to collaborate, share resources and system supports, increase recruiting and retention efforts, increase access to specialized care, and meet the growing demand for behavioral and addiction recovery care. Brightli’s top-line subsidiaries include Burrell Behavioral Health (Burrell), Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH), Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health (SEMO), Firefly, Adult and Child Health, and Places for People. While these organizations operate independently and are governed by separate board of directors, their operations and services benefit from this model. Alone, organizations may be able to navigate the current tumultuous healthcare environment, but we believe that together we can do so much more than survive. Our communities need us now more than ever, and by working together we are ready to answer their call for years to come. Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Brightli Snapshot 200 locations 4 states 19 subsidiaries and/or affiliates 5k+ employees #J-18808-Ljbffr Burrell, Inc.