Life Skills Specialist - Adult Mental Health
Louisville, KY
Part Time
Entry Level
AGENCY OVERVIEW:
Since 1982 Wellspring has championed mental health recovery in Louisville. Serving some of the most vulnerable people in our community, Wellspring is a pillar of hope. We support adults in building healthy & hopeful lives through behavioral health, housing, & employment services. We believe recovery is possible for all people with psychiatric disabilities.
Wellspring’s recovery-oriented programming incorporates person-centered care & utilizes a multi-disciplinary approach. We provide high quality housing assuring opportunities for community integration that enhances our neighborhoods.
Wellspring’s success depends on qualified & dedicated staff; those committed to providing excellent service to our clients, each other, & the community. We value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and encourage all people to join us.
Since 1982 Wellspring has championed mental health recovery in Louisville. Serving some of the most vulnerable people in our community, Wellspring is a pillar of hope. We support adults in building healthy & hopeful lives through behavioral health, housing, & employment services. We believe recovery is possible for all people with psychiatric disabilities.
Wellspring’s recovery-oriented programming incorporates person-centered care & utilizes a multi-disciplinary approach. We provide high quality housing assuring opportunities for community integration that enhances our neighborhoods.
Wellspring’s success depends on qualified & dedicated staff; those committed to providing excellent service to our clients, each other, & the community. We value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and encourage all people to join us.
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POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Wellspring is seeking a part time Life Skills Specialist to work 20-30 hours a week with availability to work some weekend shifts.
The Life Skills Specialist’s role it to assist clients with developing and/or strengthening critical life management skills that may never have been learned or have been lost during the course of physical or mental illness, domestic violence, substance abuse, and homelessness. The goal is to assist targeted Supportive Housing Program clients to function independently in the community and maintain their housing.
Although not required, these services may be provided by a Peer Support Specialist who has been a recipient of mental health services and/or homelessness whose personal experiences of recovery provide a level of authenticity and understanding of the client’s experience that is unique. Their personal experience with mental illness/wellness, substance abuse, homelessness, the social services system, families, social communities, etc. coupled with specialized training and self-sufficiency make them uniquely qualified for the position.
Wellspring is seeking a part time Life Skills Specialist to work 20-30 hours a week with availability to work some weekend shifts.
The Life Skills Specialist’s role it to assist clients with developing and/or strengthening critical life management skills that may never have been learned or have been lost during the course of physical or mental illness, domestic violence, substance abuse, and homelessness. The goal is to assist targeted Supportive Housing Program clients to function independently in the community and maintain their housing.
Although not required, these services may be provided by a Peer Support Specialist who has been a recipient of mental health services and/or homelessness whose personal experiences of recovery provide a level of authenticity and understanding of the client’s experience that is unique. Their personal experience with mental illness/wellness, substance abuse, homelessness, the social services system, families, social communities, etc. coupled with specialized training and self-sufficiency make them uniquely qualified for the position.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
High School degree or GED required.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Preference will be given to persons in recovery from mental illness and homelessness. Peer Specialist Certification within one year of assuming position will be encouraged.
SPECIAL SKILLS / OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Personal experience with mental illness, substance abuse, the system of care, families, social communities, etc. coupled with personal experience in recovery would be valuable to the position.
A valid driver's license and personal vehicle are required for this position as driving between work sites, conducting home visits, and transporting clients is a primary job duty.
Salary / Other Benefits:
High School degree or GED required.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Preference will be given to persons in recovery from mental illness and homelessness. Peer Specialist Certification within one year of assuming position will be encouraged.
SPECIAL SKILLS / OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Personal experience with mental illness, substance abuse, the system of care, families, social communities, etc. coupled with personal experience in recovery would be valuable to the position.
A valid driver's license and personal vehicle are required for this position as driving between work sites, conducting home visits, and transporting clients is a primary job duty.
Salary / Other Benefits:
- $15 - $18 / hour
- Mileage reimbursement for work related travel
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work collaboratively with team members and stay informed regarding client’s ability to manage their housing, safety & self-sufficiency, mental status, physical status, recovery goals.
- Client services are delivered based on individual goals and service plans. These services may include assistance with the following:
- Budgeting of resources and money management
- Basic household management skills
- Conflict management
- Shopping for food and other needed items
- Basic nutrition
- Use of public transportation, including actually riding the bus with clients to teach them routes necessary for medical appointments, work, etc.
- Parenting skills, where indicated
- Illness management and 12-step follow-through
- Medication management
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