Support Specialist - ACCS - Per Diem
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Share your commitment to individual empowerment and growth, human rights, and community integration!Join our team of competent and compassionate professionals as a Residential Support Specialist in the Adult Clinical Community Services (ACCS) program at Behavioral Health Network in Westfield!Your experience, knowledge and great skills will support the ACCS program with the following:* Providing direct services to individuals in group homes that support the growth, independence, and safety of individuals in all settings.* Monitoring individuals' overall health and well-being.* Assisting and monitoring daily living and encouraging independence, competency and decision-making.* Initiating, supporting, and ensuring quality of life through empowerment, safety awareness, respect and dignity.* Assisting with all aspects of medication treatment.* Providing related activities to document and support the services provided to individuals.* Providing crisis intervention and emergency support.* Planning and providing opportunities for community activities.* Maintaining, enhancing and fostering social support networks and relationships.* Keeping updated credentials by attending in-services, meetings and trainings, and obtaining and maintaining MAP certification within the introductory period of employment.*Who are we?Adult Clinical Community Services is a program that serves adults with mental health concerns recover by providing clinical and rehabilitative interventions and other services, including peer, family and housing support. ACCS is a multifaceted program which uses an integrated team model to perpetuate recovery and wellness for the individuals served.What are we looking for in a Residential Support Specialist?* Commitment to empowerment and growth, human rights, and community integration of Individuals/persons served (required).* At least six months of experience in human services (preferred).* High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent (required).* Valid driver's license and a reliable car available for working hours (required).* Training is provided by BHN.How do I apply to be a Residential Support Specialist?If you are interested in this opportunity, please click Apply for Job from Kronos/WFD or visit our website at www.bhnworks.org and click on Browse All Jobs to apply!BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.