Diversion Specialist - Path

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Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in the field of mental health, health or other appropriate Human Services related discipline. Bachelor's Degree in a field other than above disciplines shall have a minimum of two years of experience in a community behavioral healthcare setting. High School Degree or GED plus life experience also accepted in lieu of BA. Valid Driver's license is also required.
Responsibilities:

• Provide services implementing strengths-based, person centered services
• Provide engagement, case management and skill-building services to divert individuals from the shelter system
• Provide ongoing linkage to community supports
• Develop relationships with local property owners
• Assist individuals with utilizing all available community supports that best meet their needs
• Complete all required documentation in clinical files and in HIS in a timely basis as per policies and applicable regulations
• Attend supervision meetings and agency staff meetings
• Attend meetings with program partners and community providers to reach program objectives
• Perform other duties as assigned by the PATH Director
• SKILLS NEEDED:
• Ability to utilize problem solving skills and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to identify clinical crisis that may require emergency intervention
• Ability to engage with individuals
• Ability to network with a variety of both formal and informal community resources and supports
• Ability to educate individuals regarding mental illness and other functional impairments
• Ability to discuss substance abuse/dependence issues as well as educate individuals on these issues
• Follow "safe driving" habits as identified by Motor Vehicle report
• Have awareness of clinical resources available and means required to obtain them
• Ability to assist individuals in creating a crisis plan with that utilizes all community 24 hour services
• Ability to educate individuals on how to follow a crisis plan
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing

Reports to:
Program Coordinator - Diversion Program (PATH)
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Fully paid medical coverage for eligible staff.
Generous 401(k) match.
Plentiful Paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal and Sick time.
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