Center for Human Development
Adult Mental Health Outreach
Center for Human Development, Holyoke, Massachusetts, United States, 01040
Adult Mental Health Outreach
The Outreach Worker will work within a dynamic, multidisciplinary ACCS team model, but also be the primary caseworker for a number of participants and provide direct services to program participants with mental health diagnoses who live independently in the community; with a focus on engaging individuals to help maintain both their physical and mental health, supporting their activities of daily living, administering medications as needed, advocacy, and providing opportunities to optimize independence, rehabilitation, and recovery. Responsibilities: Supporting persons served in activities of daily living Administering medications as needed Advocating for individuals within various community settings Providing opportunities to optimize their independence, rehabilitation, and recovery Develop professional and supportive relationships with persons served and provide informal counseling and guidance with a person-centered focus Requirements: The ideal candidate will have a high school; strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills; empathy for others; a demonstrated commitment to serving those with significant needs; the ability to work well within a team model and independently. Computer skills are necessary. Candidates must have a vehicle for work use and a current drivers license; ability to complete medication administration training. All candidates must complete and pass a background record screening process. Take advantage of a competitive salary of $20/hour as well as a phenomenal benefit package that includes dental, health, and life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time, and paid holidays just to name a few. At Center for Human Development (CHD) Care Finds a Way: The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve. Connect with Our Team Today! If this sounds like the right job for you, do not wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!
The Outreach Worker will work within a dynamic, multidisciplinary ACCS team model, but also be the primary caseworker for a number of participants and provide direct services to program participants with mental health diagnoses who live independently in the community; with a focus on engaging individuals to help maintain both their physical and mental health, supporting their activities of daily living, administering medications as needed, advocacy, and providing opportunities to optimize independence, rehabilitation, and recovery. Responsibilities: Supporting persons served in activities of daily living Administering medications as needed Advocating for individuals within various community settings Providing opportunities to optimize their independence, rehabilitation, and recovery Develop professional and supportive relationships with persons served and provide informal counseling and guidance with a person-centered focus Requirements: The ideal candidate will have a high school; strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills; empathy for others; a demonstrated commitment to serving those with significant needs; the ability to work well within a team model and independently. Computer skills are necessary. Candidates must have a vehicle for work use and a current drivers license; ability to complete medication administration training. All candidates must complete and pass a background record screening process. Take advantage of a competitive salary of $20/hour as well as a phenomenal benefit package that includes dental, health, and life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time, and paid holidays just to name a few. At Center for Human Development (CHD) Care Finds a Way: The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve. Connect with Our Team Today! If this sounds like the right job for you, do not wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!