Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Provides day to day supervision and living skills instruction for the residents and carries out duties as assigned by the Program Manager, Program Manager Assistant or TLP Advisor Team Lead.   This includes providing training and support for residents to help them attain maximum independence and maintenance of appropriate documentation. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist service recipients with making linkage with internal and external resources as outlined in treatment plan and in coordination with Integrated Healthcare Services.  And maintain appropriate contact with referral sources including providing information on service recipient progress, behavior, and needs (with appropriate releases), and maintaining ongoing consultation when appropriate. Provides transportation for service recipients as needed.Provides instruction regarding personal care as needed.Assist client with life skills as needed, including but not limited to: assisting client with cooking, cleaning (to maintain DCFS/DJJ, Centerstone cleaning standards. If the client refuse to clean, staff must ensure that client environment is up to standards by cleaning and getting back in order, budgeting, interpersonal skills, resume building, vocational skills and other life skill instruction.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.Skill in customer service techniquesSkill in establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with clients and staffSkill in problem-solvingSkill in identifying and prioritizing job tasks

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level              

Associates Degree plus one year of mental health experience. If applicant has no degree, five years of direct work experience with mental health population is mandatory. TB testing also required.

Years of Experience       

One year of mental health experience

Certification/Licensure 

CPR/1st AidCPI

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Standing – 20%

Sitting – 80%

Squatting – Occasional

Kneeling – Occasional

Bending – Occasional

Driving – Occasional

Lifting – Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

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Time Type:

Full time

Pay Range:

$17.35--$24.30

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

Medical, dental, and vision health coverageFlexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts403b retirement plan with company matchPaid time off and ten paid holidaysAD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion employee resource groupsContinuing education opportunitiesEmployee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion.

Our approach to diversity is simple—it’s about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.