Independent Living and Activities Specialist (Personal Services)
Hillcrest is seeking a Full-Time Independent Living and Activities Specialist to add to our team of treatment professionals, offering a pay of $19 per hour. In this role, you will provide both on-and-off-campus activities that enhance the psychosocial development of residents. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8 am - 5 pm, ensuring you can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
WHY WORK FOR HILLCREST?
- Affordable Health, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance that starts DAY ONE of employment!
- 401K Employer Contribution & Match
- Student Loan Assistance Program
- Physical & Financial Wellness Programs
- Generous Paid Time Off plan
- Competitive Total Compensation Program
WHAT IS THIS POSITION RESPONSIBLE FOR?
- Obtain and maintain ARISE knowledge via ongoing agencies.
- Implement the Behavior Modification and Behavior Management system per policy.
- Provide group or individual skill building sessions to address tangible and intangible skills.
- Work with administrative staff to plan programs for Youth Care Workers, stake holders, residents, and families.
- Ensure that appropriate activities are scheduled, posted, and conducted in a timely manner.
- Supervise, participate in, and evaluate residential activities both on and off campus.
- Arrange for and provide transportation to and from campus activities.
- Incorporate Independent Living Skills training into activities program and document in resident charts.
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Provide IL case management services, which may include:
- Accompanying youth into community settings.
- Purchasing items necessary to achieve Independent Living goals.
- Assist in transportation needs related to Independent Living.
- Provide advocacy services in community staffings, i.e.: schools, mental health.
- Assist youth in acquiring employment, housing, education, income maintenance and daily living skills.
WHAT'S REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION?
- Bachelor degree in social work or related human service field preferred.
- SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Must have knowledge of relevant clinical issues and demonstrate clinical expertise for populations served.
- Must have valid driver's license and qualify for Company vehicle liability insurance.
- Candidates must pass required background checks including county/state checks, fingerprinting, CPS check, sex offender registry check, and drug screen.
If you are interested in joining a fun, friendly, innovative team, apply today!
EOE/AA including Veterans and Disabled.
If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please call (812) 435-2057.
