Mental Health Autism Support Specialist

5 days ago

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Mental Health Partnerships Full time

Empower Individuals with Mental Health Challenges

Mental Health Partnerships (MHP) seeks to empower individuals with mental health challenges to live full and satisfying lives, based on their specific needs and choices, all while remaining connected to their families, friendships and communities.

We strongly encourage people of color, members of the LGBTQIA community, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply. MHP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.

About the Job

This role is designed to promote the empowerment, personal wellness, and community integration of individuals with an autism spectrum diagnosis, who may also have mental or physical health conditions and may use substances.

As a Community Autism Peer Specialist, you will collaborate with participants to create self-directed goals to assist them in their path to recovery.

Responsibilities

  • Support participants with educational, employment, and social related goals, benefit/medical resources, mental health and substance use services, budgeting skills and exploring housing options in accordance with their support plan.
  • Attend socialization activities, such as attending amusement parks, festivals, recovery learning centers, 12 step meetings, etc.
  • In collaboration with participants, create WRAP Plans and encourage the development of mental health advanced directives; facilitate peer support groups on participants' interests as needed.
  • Collaboratively document participant progress in the electronic health records system.
  • Other duties as assigned to fulfill MHP's mission.

Requirements

  • Minimum of a High School or GED Diploma; Associates Degree in a Human Services related field is preferred.
  • Must have completed the Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) or Community Autism Peer Specialist (CAPS) training, and/or credentialed as either.
  • Must be able to receive a Community Autism Peer Specialist (CAPS) certification within six months of hire (which requires candidates to have an ASD diagnosis).
  • Within the last three (3) years, maintained at least 12 months of successful full or part-time paid or voluntary work experience.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the local Mental Health System.
  • Must possess basic computer skills to perform job duties including desktop computing, e-mail, timesheet management, electronic health records, internet research, etc. and the ability to learn software applications relevant to your position.
  • Strong skillsets in oral and written communication, cultural competence, interpersonal relationships and teamwork, attention to detail, customer service, time management, autonomy, problem solving and organization.
  • Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines and billable unit requirements, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license.
  • Must have access to a car to use for work on a daily basis with automobile insurance coverage at the state requirement levels and current state registration.

Compensation

The salary for this position is $17.50/hour, with the opportunity to create a flexible schedule with manager's approval.

***This position is eligible for a $750 sign on bonus and a $750 retention bonus after completion of one year of service.***

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