Supported Living Specialist

Description:

EXCITING NEWS!!

$500.00 Sign-On Bonus to anyone applying and getting hired as a Supported Living Specialist by April 30, 2024.

AND

New competitive starting rate of $15.50 an hour!

Do you want to make a difference in peoples' lives? Then we have a position for you!

This is a great way to gain experience in the Mental Health Field!!

Full time staff are eligible for benefits including medical, dental and vision, paid vacation and sick days as well as a 401(k) Plan and paid Holidays starting day one of employment!!

Overtime is also available (but not required) for those candidates who are interested.

Travel reimbursement for staff with appropriate insurance coverage.

The Supported Living Specialistmust work with minimal supervision, must be flexible, have a HS diploma, valid PA driver's license, access to a vehicle, a safe driving record, and be bilingual in both English and Spanish. Two years' experience working with people with disabilities, preferably mental illness is a plus. Knowledge of community resources is a plus.

Responsibilities include assisting individuals with money management, medical appointments, monitoring medications and maintaining the safety in their own homes/apartments, participate in teams, and other tasks as needed to enhance the quality of the individuals' lives.

Threshold provides comprehensive paid training for all employees.

The hours are primarily dayshift, 40 hours, flexible, including some hours on the weekend if needed.

EOE M/F/V/D

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two years' experience working with persons with a mental health diagnosis is a plus,
• Valid PA Driver's License
• PA Motor Vehicle Record Check
• Use of vehicle while working with valid registration and insurance coverage indicating you are an insured driver
• Bilingual in both English and Spanish.
• Computer knowledge is a must
• Pre-employment Drug Screen
• PA Criminal History Clearance
• FBI Clearance (if candidate has not been a resident of PA for the past two consecutive years)