Job Information
Eliot Community Human Services Respite Mental Health Specialist II in Wakefield, Massachusetts
Description
Do you have a degree and want career that you know makes a difference to others?Are you interested in helping working side by side with residents to assist in skill development?
We're looking for people that want to work with with adults with serious and persistent mental illnesses. Our ideal candidate will have the skills to establish supportive relationships as well as the ability to develop and maintain clear therapeutic boundaries.
Join one of Massachusetts' largest social service nonprofits: We will empower you, provide professional development and mobility, and are committed to creating a Diverse, Inclusive, and Equitable workplace. Work for an agency that believes in it's staff and offer numerous benefits encouraging work-life balance and furthering your education.
Responsibilities:
Assist consumers in skill development,
Collaborate and develop IAP’s (Individualized Action Plans) with consumers and other staff when appropriate
Assist with community integration
Provide medication administration,
Support activities in the community,
Develop short term goals with consumers to assist with integration into the community.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in either Psychology or Social Work or a related field
Valid driver's license
Reliable vehicle
Ideally 2-3 years prior experience working with adults having severe and persistent mental illness
Eliot's benefits include the following:
75% Company Contribution to Medical and Dental Insurance,
12 Paid Holidays, 15 to 20 Vacation Days Annually, 12 Sick Days Annually
401(k) Retirement Plan With Employer Match
100% Company-Paid Life & Accidental Death Insurance
100% Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
Employee Referral Bonus
$3000 Dollar Tuition Reimbursement Annually
Comprehensive Staff Orientation and Training Programs & Professional Development Assistance
Credit Union Affiliation
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
Administrative Tasks: Intermediate
Computer Software Skills: Intermediate
Communication Skills: Intermediate
Education
Preferred
- Bachelors or better in Social Work
Licenses & Certifications
Required
NH Driver's License
MA Driver's License
Experience
Preferred
- 2 years: Experience with the specific population