PRS, Inc. is recognized as one of the 50 Best Nonprofits to work for in the US. We are a community-based nonprofit organization that is currently seeking a dynamic, mental health professional who is committed to providing clinical community-based services to our clients. This is accomplished in a variety of ways: developing individual recovery plans, providing direct skill teaching, providing independent living skills to include psycho-education and guiding clients to ensure the quality of care and successful recovery.

SUMMARY STATEMENT FOR THE COMMUNITY SUPPORT SPECIALIST ROLE/QUALIFIED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL:

Under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor of Community Support Services, the Community Support Specialist I/Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP-A/QMHP-T)provides input for needs assessments, develops individual recovery plans based on the assessment completed by a licensed mental health professional, provides direct skill teaching, crisis intervention, coordinates care with other healthcare providers/families and makes recommendations to ensure the quality of care for clients served.

SCHEDULE/ LOCATION /SALARY:

• Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Hybrid
• No On Call or Weekends
• Reston, VA
• $47,000 -Estimated starting salary based on qualifications and related experience
• Benefits Eligible!

PRIMARY DUTIES FOR A COMMUNITY SUPPORT SPECIALIST/QUALIFIED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL:

• Assess stage of treatment, stage of change, skills and abilities of clients and engages clients in skills building activities that focus on recovery, community integration and wellness.
• Provide input for prior authorizations for skill building services, the annual Needs Assessment and develops a person-centered Individual Recovery Plan for each person on caseload.
• Complete Log notes, Weekly Progress notes and a Quarterly Review of barriers encountered and/or progress made on objectives embedded in the person-centered Recovery Plan for each person on caseload and modifies objectives and/or interventions in a timely manner. Maintain electronic health record (EHR) as required by CARF, Licensure and Medicaid.
• Provide individualized education and skills teaching to include Illness Management, supportive counseling, and crisis intervention to persons served. Assist clients to make informed decisions about recovery from mental illnesses and co-occurring disorders.
• Routinely liaison and collaborate with other care-providers and/or treatment team.
• Complete clinical documentation within 24 hours of service delivery per Medicaid Regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A COMMUNITY SUPPORT SPECIALIST/QUALIFIED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL:

• Qualified Mental Health Professional ("QMHP") preferred or eligible to be QMHP.
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social science, or related field preferred.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Possess knowledge and skill in computer procedures relevant to this position.
• High degree of empathy toward individuals with serious mental illness.

If Community Support Specialist I/Qualified Mental Health Professional sounds like a job for you, please complete an application now!

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