Direct Support Specialist

3 months ago

Tucson, United States Casa de los Ninos Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Who We Are

Casa de los Niños is one of the most established and well respected non-profit organizations in Tucson. We have been helping kids and healing families since 1973. Our services include parent education classes, Foster Care, Parents As Teachers, Behavioral Health, and Nurse-Family Partnership Program

Job Summary

The Direct Support Specialist (DSS) is responsible for providing home-based intervention services, referral and coordination of activities that will assist members and their guardians in the attainment of service planning and treatment goals. The DSS engages members and their families in recovery oriented treatment activities and supports the Recovery Coach and other team members in the delivery of behavioral health services. The DSS will deliver services singly or as part of a team and maintain accurate and timely clinical service records, prepare and provide accurate reports; and submit data in an accurate and timely manner. Position requires variable schedules including evening and weekend hours.


Essential Duties

  • Demonstrates ability to maintain confidential/sensitive information.
  • Provides an array of support and rehabilitation covered services to members and families.
  • Provides in-home and community-based services to support service planning.
  • Interfaces with DCS, the courts and other partners regarding child well-being, family stability and case planning.
  • Provides services related to the acuity of the client's needs.
  • Provides effective crisis management and maintains necessary documentation of service delivery.
  • Provides positive, pro-active communication to other system partners related to care coordination needs.
  • Requires advance knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite computer applications, aptitude for learning computer software applications and the ability to instruct others in the use of various software applications.
  • Provides complete documentation that accurately reflects services delivered in accordance with regulatory, contractual and agency requirements.
Requirements
  • Must be 21 years of age (licensing requirement).
  • HS Diploma or Associate's Degree may be considered with relevant behavioral health experience.
  • Bachelor's degree and Six (6) months of behavioral health work experience and able to pass a skills assessment preferred.
  • Proof of COVID immunization.
  • Behavioral health work experience may be paid, volunteer, or internship experience working with persons with a mental health diagnosis, emotional impairment, or at-risk categories.
  • CPR/ First Aid certification required.
  • Must be able to provide own transportation to and from client's homes and/or other relevant organizations or agencies.
  • Position requires variable schedules including evening and weekend hours.
  • Bilingual preferred.
  • Must possess or be able to qualify for a valid Arizona department of public safety level one fingerprint clearance card.
  • Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license and be insurable under the agency's automobile policy.
  • Must be able to meet training and agency requirements for the position.
  • Fosters an environment that is solution-focused, dedicated, and compassionate to support the organization's mission, values, and strategic direction.
  • Exhibits a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion; valuing a diversity of perspectives and encouraging contributions by all team members.

Our Mission

Casa de los Niños promotes child well-being and family stability in our community. We place top priority on hiring and growing a team of knowledgeable, passionate, creative, and diverse individuals who have a strong desire to empower children and families within our community. More information about us and our current job openings is available at www.casadelosninos.org. Casa de los Niños is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, gender identity, gender(sex), sexual orientation, or familial status.

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