Support Specialist
Behavioral Health Network
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- Pay
- $21 to $24
- an hour
- Location
- Worcester, MA
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Nov 2
- 4 days ago
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About the company
Behavioral Health Network
Mental health care · 1,001 to 5,000 employees
Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a leading statewide provider of behavioral health services and a Certified Great Place to Work. Since 1938, BHN has helped individuals, families, and communities thrive through compassionate, high-quality care and support. With deep roots in Western Massachusetts and a growing presence throughout the state, we’re seeking a Support Specialist to join our Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) team and support individuals in building fulfilling, independent lives.
What you'll do
- Support individuals with activities of daily living and encourage independence
- Monitor individuals’ health and well-being and assist with medication treatment and administration
- Provide crisis intervention and emergency support as needed
- Help individuals strengthen social connections and participate in community activities
- Implement strategies that support individual service plan goals
- Complete progress notes and required program, incident, and medication documentation
- Provide safe transportation to appointments and community needs
- Prepare nutritious meals and snacks and help maintain a clean, safe home
What you need
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required for all working hours
- Committed to individual empowerment, growth, human rights, and community integration
- Organized, dependable, and able to manage changing priorities
- Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
- Able to complete written documentation
- Familiar with internet, word processing, and email systems
- At least six months of human services experience (preferred)
Key skills
Valid driver’s licenseStrong interpersonalverbal communication skillswritten documentationinternetword processingemail systemsOrganizeddependable
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Perks
- generous PTO
- 403(b)
- educational assistance
- medical
- dental
- vision
- employee assistance programs
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Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a leading statewide provider of behavioral health services and a Certified Great Place to Work. Since 1938, BHN has helped individuals, families, and communities thrive through compassionate, high-quality care and support. With deep roots in Western Massachusetts and a growing presence throughout the state, we’re seeking a Support Specialist to join our Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) team and support individuals in building fulfilling, independent lives.
What We Offer:
· Purpose-Driven Work – Make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals in their homes and communities.
· Training and Support – Get the training and ongoing guidance you need to succeed.
· Professional Growth – Access learning and career development opportunities across BHN.
· Supportive Team Culture – Work with a collaborative team guided by our HEART values: Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.
· Comprehensive Benefits – Enjoy generous PTO, 403(b), educational assistance, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more.
· Certified Great Place to Work – Join an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.
What You Will Do:
· Support individuals with activities of daily living and encourage independence, personal choice, and decision-making.
· Promote safety, dignity, empowerment, and quality of life.
· Monitor individuals’ health and well-being and assist with medication treatment and administration.
· Provide crisis intervention and emergency support as needed.
· Help individuals strengthen social connections and participate in community, recreational, and religious activities of their choice.
· Implement strategies that support individual service plan goals.
· Complete progress notes and required program, incident, and medication documentation accurately and on time.
· Provide safe transportation to appointments, activities, shopping, and other community needs.
· Prepare nutritious meals and snacks and help maintain a clean, safe home.
· Attend required meetings and trainings and communicate safety or maintenance concerns to a supervisor.
· During scheduled awake overnight shifts, contact the supervisor hourly with updates as required.
Who You Are:
· High School Diploma or GED required.
· At least six months of human services experience preferred; training is provided.
· Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required for all working hours.
· Committed to individual empowerment, growth, human rights, and community integration.
· Organized, dependable, and able to manage changing priorities.
· Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills; able to complete written documentation.
· Familiar with internet, word processing, and email systems.
· Able to work in a variety of settings, including homes, vehicles, and community locations.
We Hire for HEART! BHN’s core values—Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork—guide how we lead, serve, and support one another. If you’re ready to help people build independence and connect with their communities, we’d love to hear from you.
Pay Range: $21.00-$24.00