We are looking for Direct Service Professionals (DSPs) to provide services for our Adult (Journey’s) Program.  Our DSPs work as part of the SPBHS service team and provide direct services/supports teaching social, emotional, and life skills to promote the wellness and community participation of our clients. The services are based on client-centered service plans that define the goals and interventions and are provided in the community and the SPBHS campus. Training is provided.

Duties:

• Work with Adults who experience mental health in a community-based setting.
• Case management and trainings of daily living skills, outreach, advocacy, health education,  prevocational skills, Interpersonal skills.
• Help facilitate skills-based groups in the community.
• Promote a positive learning environment.
• Take notes regarding progress towards skills building.
• Report progress to the team and suggest strategies how to improve interventions to make progress in the future.
• Attend regular trainings in an effort to provide interventions that are effective and reflect best practices.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Alaska Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete a criminal background check.
• Must be comfortable completing documentation using computer based systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good judgment, reliability and efficiency.
• Ability to interact with individuals with mental health and or developmental disabilities.

Current opening includes:

• 30-40 hour per week, benefited position
• Benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K, PTO

Salary Range: $15.79- $18.00 an hour, depending on experience and qualifications.