The Human Service Center, established by the counties of Forest, Oneida and Vilas, is undergoing changes in our service delivery structure. During this time of transition, we are seeking skilled and motivated individuals who desire to work with the local public sector human services agencies to join our team. Positions are currently limited in term, with an expected duration of six (6) months. There is a possibility of extension or permanent employment based on the needs of the new service delivery model.
Position Overview:
This position works collaboratively with mental health professionals to provide services to individuals diagnosed with an early serious mental illness or first episode psychosis. This position coordinates services to individuals who need ongoing services for individuals with mental illness and substance use disorder. The focus of this position is to assist in delivering services as identified in the developed treatment or individual service plan. The position will directly work with individuals in the community to help foster individual’s independence and empower them by helping them develop skills and connect to necessary resources to address their mental health/AODA needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Service delivery related to treatment goals identified in the crisis stabilization and individual recovery plan.
2. Coordinate ongoing delivery of services in the community.
3. Provide services that include training in communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, decision making, self-regulation, conflict resolution, training in daily living skills related to personal care, household tasks, accessing and connecting to community resources and other specific needs identified in the service plan.
4. Coordinate linkage and follow-up services to client and family members to access mental health and substance use community resources.
5. Collaborate with client’s case managers to identify the complex needs of each client.
6. Provide education, information resources and ongoing guidance about managing and coping with mental health and substance abuse issues.
7. Provide medication oversight by supporting a client taking his or her medication. Monitoring changes in client’s symptoms and increasing the client’s understandings of the benefits of medications.
8. Complete all associated paperwork in an accurate, effective and timely manner.
9. Function as a member of a recovery team for clients.
Qualifications:
1. Knowledge of mental health and AODA issues and services.
2. Knowledge of social, emotional, and physical behavioral needs of clients
3. Knowledge of statutes, guidelines and policies related to the delivery of services through DHS 34, DHS 36 and DHS 51.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.26 - $18.63 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Rhinelander, WI 54501: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person