Mental Health Specialist, Cultural Faith Based Empowerment Program - Tinley Park

About the role

The Mental Health Specialist is a member of the interdisciplinary team providing linkage case management and support to persons with mental illness identified by faith leaders or who self-refer. The MH Specialist will assist clients to locate the needed behavioral health and other services needed to remain in their communities. MH Specialist will be accessible via cellphone during work hours.

Schedule & Work Arrangement

• This hybrid position includes 2 office days and 3 community outreach days, with flexibility based on program needs
• Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evening or weekend responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Conduct brief needs assessments, to determine need/appropriateness for services, and coordinate linkage to services identified
• Provide clients with referrals, linkages, follow-up services, and need resources such as housing, entitlements, educational, and guardianship services
• Facilitate warm hand off with identified providers to ensure continuity of care
• Assist clients to obtain medical benefits/insurance and SNAP status/approval as needed
• Assist clients with transportation needs/issues, i.e. submitting approvals to First transit, Prime Care/Paratransit contact etc.
• Maintain and update client's pertinent information within the MH electronic care system i.e. face sheets, contacts, consents, and diagnoses
• Achieve required productivity targets and complete documentation within assigned time frames
• Provide information to houses of worship and other faith-based entities as requested to educate their members and coordinate and assure the appropriateness of services
• Engage in outreach, education and marketing events which occur in evenings and weekends
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability with changes to program needs and schedule as the need arises
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field with at least three years' experience in social services. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, sufficient decision making, problem solving, computer and organizational skills. Must be comfortable with public speaking and facilitating groups. Individuals must be able to work autonomously. Must have a valid driver's license, licensed and insured automobile, and pass a criminal background check.

Skills & Knowledge

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of mental health topics
• Experience facilitating groups, workshops, presentations, or trainings

Pay

$60,000 - $65,000

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