The Arc Wayne
Location
Village of Newark, New York
The Mental Health Associate supports adults and children with behavioral health needs by creating treatment plans and providing vocational, social, and emotional interventions. They engage directly with participants in community settings and maintain accurate progress notes using assigned software.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and relevant experience in mental health, addiction, or human services, or a bachelor's degree in a related field. A valid New York State driver's license is also required.
The Arc Wayne, a parent-based organization, advocates for and supports persons of all ages with or without disabilities. We assist individuals in taking their full, independent, productive place in society through an array of quality, individualized services.
Generous Paid Vacation Time Sick Time 10 Paid holidays Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision Tuition Reimbursement Paid Training Bereavement Leave Employee Referral Bonus Employee Assistance Program Retirement Plan with Agency Match And so much more! Work Schedule: Full time, Monday through Friday 8 am to 4 pm (40 hours), with flexibility to meet program needs A Day in the Life of a Mental Health Associate: As a dedicated full-time Mental Health Associate you will be supporting adults and children with behavioral health needs in obtaining and/or maintaining their highest functional role in society through vocational, social, and emotional support and interventions Engages with program participants directly within their community based settings (including home, work or school). Gathers information about participants related to their interests, skills, experience, needs and current supports through record review, interviews, observations, and any other means necessary. Creates and implements treatment plans for participants. Completes service authorizations for participants. Submits progress notes after each visit with participant, using the assigned software. Communicates with care managers, school personnel, guardians, and others as appropriate. Encourages and assists program participants in achieving their goals. Supports participants during volunteer, work assessments, and other program activities. Attends programmatic meetings, team meetings, and case reviews as necessary. Strives for an exemplary level of cultural competency. Exhibits patience and understanding in regards to a participants behavioral health and/or substance use disorder and the impact it may have on achieving goals.
Looking For: Minimum 18 years of age. High School Diploma.
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