Community Support Specialist (Claremont Child)

As a Community Support Specialist on the Child Team at West Central Behavioral Health you can change a child's life.

Our dedicated Community Support Specialists are changing the lives of children and their families every day. By making the decision to join our established teams - you will too!

As a Community Support Specialist you will be providing IROS services, as needed, to the clients assigned to your caseload to support the development and maintenance of the client's functional skills. You will provide assistance to manage symptoms through developing and practicing new strategies and skills to function more effectively in the community.

Come be a part of a rewarding effort in helping children and their families living with mental health.

Now that's something to feel passionate about.

Ask us about creative work flexible schedules, remote/hybrid work, full time/part time, geographic options, different shifts, job sharing, even cross-functional work to keep things interesting!

Education:

• Associate's degree in Social Work, Rehabilitation, Psychology, Education or related human services field with 2 years working with person(s) who have severe mental disability or understanding of mental illness acquired through provision of support to family members with mental illness.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Experience: Experience preferred, but will train the right candidate

Required Skills:

• Excellent organizational and communications skills.

• Excellent customer service skills.

• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• Ability to learn necessary computer and technical skills essential to the position and Agency needs.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of and experience with electronic medical record

• Prior experience in a community mental health environment