Mental Health Worker or Psychiatric Rehabilitation Specialist, Site-Based, Full Time

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Skills of Central PA has an opening in our Psychiatric Rehabilitation program. This position is located in Lock Haven. The typical hours for this position will be between 8am-5pm (Monday through Friday) but can require some evenings and weekends depending on the needs of the program. The Psychiatric Rehabilitation staff will work directly with program participants to help them identify goals, help plan strategies and acquire the necessary skills to reach and maintain their desired goals as well as help develop necessary natural supports within the community to maintain those goals. The incumbent will commit to following the principles of Psychiatric Rehabilitation, adhere to evidence-based practices in their daily work and follow the Psychiatric Rehabilitation program model in which they work. The successful candidate will provide evidence-based interventions one-to-one directly to program participants, helping them to identify and achieve their goals. Strong communication and accurate documentation skills are required as successful candidates will be responsible for completing initial participant assessments, individual rehabilitation plans, document progress and revisions as needed. The Psychiatric Rehabilitation staff must commit to the principles of Psychiatric Rehabilitation and recovery-orientated services in their daily routines and follow the Psychiatric Rehabilitation program model in which they work. Mobile staff work with participants one-to-one in the participant's home or in the community. Skills of Central PA prohibits hiring and employment discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, race, color, disability, ethnic or national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, pregnancy, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, or any other bases under the law. Skills is an equal opportunity service provider and employer. NOTE: The offered payrate is based on education, experience, and other qualifications and ranges from $15.00/hr to $24.50/hr. About the Benefits: Skills offers a great benefits package and a work environment to match! Various Schedules* Available Dependent upon the Position, Program Needs and the Candidate Competitive Pay Agency Vehicle May be Available While on the Job Paid Holidays Generous Paid Time Off, Plus Personal Time and Sick Time Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care 401K Retirement Program (With Employer Matching) Life Insurance and Disability Insurance Tuition Assistance for Higher Education Employee Wellness Program Exceptional Opportunities for Career Growth Great Co-workers and a Team to Support You! Requirements Requirements Valid driver’s license (and must maintain along with a good driving record) Eligible to work in the United States Post-Offer background checks, physical, drug screen, etc. Compensation is commensurate with education, qualifications and experience. Applicants may apply to this job opening for any of the follow positions and candidates will be interviewed and offers extended based on the following (Salary depends on education and experience): Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker 1 ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: An Associate's Degree and 1 year work experience in mental health direct service. A CPS certificate and 1 additional year paid or volunteer work experience in mental health direct service. A high school diploma or GED and 2 years work experience in human services which must include 1 year of mental health direct service. Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker 2 A Bachelor's Degree. Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker 3 A Bachelor's Degree and 2 years work experience in mental health direct service. Psychiatric Rehabilitation Specialist A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree and two years of mental health direct care service, one year must be work experience in Psychiatric Rehabilitation Service. Must be a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP) with certification in good standing. Salary Description $15-$24.50/hr