NHS Human Services, Inc.

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Our mission at Lifelong Access is to connect individuals with developmental disabilities to their community by helping them break down barriers through a lifetime of meaningful supports. From birth to end of life, Lifelong Access provides a continuum of services and supports for families, children, teens, and adults including residential housing, vocational development, supported employment, high school transition, behavioral health counseling and services, and a wide variety of pediatric therapy supports. Guided by our Core Values, our team members have a strong drive and big hearts for improving the lives of others; a place where we support each other and the individuals who put their trust in us.

Lifelong Access is seeking a Rehabilitative Services Associate (RSA) within the Behavioral Health Clinic to provide direct client care as outlined in the treatment plans developed by the Mental Health Professional (MHP/QMHP). This role includes delivering individualized treatment plans, assisting with scheduled daily living activities, facilitating community integration, and maintaining detailed documentation of services provided. The expectation for this position is ensuring that services are delivered efficiently and in compliance with regulatory requirements. We are excited to be growing our behavioral health clinic services and the exceptional team of professionals. With this growth, there will be promotional opportunities along with opportunities to earn clinical supervision hours provided by our staff within the clinic. Work with a caring and compassionate team of mental health professionals. Come see why we love what we do!

Pay: \$18.00 Per Hour\ Job Type: Part-Time

Primary responsibilities include:

• Provide direct mental health services to clients as outlined in their Behavioral Health treatment plans to support progress toward their individual goals. Services may include (but are not limited to) the following:

• • Facilitating group therapy
  • Providing mental health supports in a variety of settings
  • Working with adults and/or children

• Monitor client progress and behavior, providing regular updates to the supervising Mental Health Professional.

• Consult weekly with team members to ensure high quality mental health supports, address barriers that may be impacting care, and share updates to individual treatment plans.

• Actively participate in regular meetings with other departments to advocate for client preferences and needs as well as to maintain connections that allow for holistic service provision.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all client interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes in accordance with clinic policies and state regulations.

• Provide immediate support and intervention during mental health crises, utilizing appropriate de-escalation techniques and resources.

• Provide education to clients and their families about mental health and resources available to them.

• Must be comfortable with assisting with daily living activities including personal care, household tasks, transportation, and skill building.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in psychology, social work, or a related field preferred.

• Any individual who is 21 years of age and demonstrates all of the following:

• • Skill in delivery of rehabilitative services to adults or children;
  • The ability to work within a provider agencys structure and accept supervisions; and
  • The ability to work constructively with individuals receiving services, other provider of service, and th community.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook

• Desire and ability to work under supervision and cooperatively with a treatment team

• Must be able communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

• Strong understanding of confidentiality

• Experience supporting people with disabilities preferred

• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

• Valid Illinois driver\'s license with safe driving record

• Current proof of automobile insurance

Working Conditions

The RSA will work in a variety of settings, including the behavioral health clinic, clients homes, and community locations. The role involves traveling to these different sites to provide services and support to clients in their natural environments. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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