Mental Health Outreach Counselor

Position Summary

Mental Health Outreach counselors provide and assist program participants with information and strategies to reach their recovery goals. Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team promoting a model of treatment and support for, resiliency, hope and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants residing in a variety of settings to attain their individualized recovery goals and objectives.
• Work closely with the team in the development of participants’ treatment plans, supporting their involvement and reviewing identified goals and tasks on a weekly basis.
• Use strategies and interventions to restore and teach, as needed, daily living skills required to maintain safe housing, self-care, work, education or pre-vocational training, social relations and supports, financial stability, transportation capability, access to self-help options in the community, and medication independence.
• Provide monitoring, as needed, to promote and maintain a safe living environment in the community for assigned individuals.
• Provide transportation for participants as assigned by program supervisors.
• Complete all documentation as required.
• Attend weekly team meetings and other scheduled meetings and trainings.
• Aid in MHRS residential programs as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• High School Diploma / GED required.
• Experience working with people in mental health recovery.
• Vehicle, valid driver's license and motor vehicle record required.

About ServiceNet

ServiceNet is a compassionate non-profit organization that helps individuals facing challenges such as mental illness, developmental disabilities, brain injuries, homelessness, and substance use issues. With our dedicated staff members, we work together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

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ServiceNet is an equal opportunity employer.