Job Description:
Job Title: Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist
Location: Independence, MO
Department: Adult Community Services
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary:
Are you passionate about helping individuals with severe and persistent mental illness build meaningful, independent lives in their communities? Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist, where you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting difference every day. This role offers the chance to facilitate engaging educational groups, build supportive relationships with clients, advocate for personal growth and recovery, participate in a mission-driven organization, and work alongside dedicated professionals committed to improving lives. We are seeking individuals who are compassionate, dependable, organized, and skilled at building positive connections with others.
As a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist, you will provide day-to-day psychosocial rehabilitation services that support individuals in achieving treatment goals and improving community functioning. You will facilitate educational and skill-building activities, assist with treatment plan implementation, coordinate client engagement opportunities, provide transportation as needed, and contribute to a positive, recovery-focused environment. This role combines direct client interaction, group facilitation, advocacy, and teamwork to help clients achieve greater independence and overall wellness.
This position offers…
Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more
Key Responsibilities:
Facilitate psychosocial rehabilitation education sessions under the guidance of clinical leadership.
Plan, organize, and lead engaging groups, community outings, and therapeutic activities that support client recovery goals.
Advocate for clients and assist in implementing individualized treatment plans.
Perform client orientation, education, referral coordination, recordkeeping, and team planning activities.
Build positive therapeutic relationships and serve as an encouraging role model for clients.
Transport clients and perform business-related travel using agency vehicles as needed.
Monitor the program environment to ensure safety, cleanliness, and compliance with program expectations.
Communicate observations and concerns with the treatment team to support quality client care.
Participate in staff meetings and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team members.
Support organizational goals and perform additional duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of two (2) years of responsible employment experience required.
Knowledge of case management and psychosocial rehabilitation principles, techniques, and best practices.
Understanding of mental health services, community resources, and challenges faced by individuals living with mental illness.
Ability to develop, coordinate, and evaluate services within assigned program responsibilities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and concise documentation.
Additional Qualifications:
Successful completion of background screenings, including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks.
Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current automobile insurance required.
Valid driver's license in state of residency required.
Must attain Behavioral Management training within thirty (30)…