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Hillcrest Youth Services Independent Living and Activities Specialist - 0SJ23151626 in Evansville, Indiana
DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: 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.
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. * 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities