Adult Outpatient Services Community Support Specialist - DuPage County Health Department : Job Details

Salary: Depends on QualificationsLocation : 111 N. County Farm Road- Wheaton IL, ILJob Type: Full Time (37.5 hours per week)Job Number: 24-00936Service Unit: Behavioral Health ServicesDepartment: Outpatient Services - AdultOpening Date: 10/29/2024DescriptionThe DuPage County Health Department is proud to announce an opportunity to work in our Behavioral Health Services - Adult Outpatient Program. Our Adult Outpatient program provides treatment to individuals with serious mental illness through individual & group counseling, community support, as well as psychiatric treatment. Our program is part of a larger behavioral health program that includes crisis services, adult intensive services, residential services, substance use treatment, and justice programs.This position will work out of our Central Public Health Center in Wheaton, IL. Typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM until 4:30 PM, 4-days of the week, and 10:30 AM until 7:00 PM one day per week. Can you say benefits? This position offers a full, DuPage County, benefit package which includes 12 paid holidays, 3 weeks of paid vacation per year and paid sick time. This is also a pension eligible position and we are a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Responsibilities

• Manages a case load and maintains regular contact with clients outside of the office, homebased and community based to meet client need and engage at risk clients
• Acts as client advocate to facilitate access to resources and services
• Works collaboratively with providers to achieve client goals
• Develops and maintains client treatment plans
• Provides intervention to support client self-management of their illness
• Demonstrate the ability to engage adults and families
• Acts as a liaison between healthcare resources and clients
• Participates in client staffing and team meetings
• Demonstrates independent judgment and discretion in making position related decisions
• Meets established productivity standards
• Performs concurrent documentation
• Maintains collaborative relationships with co-workers to effectively support clients
• Participates in emergency activities as assigned
• Maintains required training, licensure and/or certification
• Maintains confidentiality of privileged information and adheres to client privacy laws
• Demonstrates sensitivity and understanding of other ethnic groups and cultures
• Adheres to department guidelines for attendance and punctuality
• Provides skill building and case management supports to clients in the community
• Works during assigned business hours, allowing for flexibility in the schedule to include days, evenings

Requirements TRAINING, EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:Completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field, and one year of behavioral health experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Designated positions may be required to possess a valid Illinois Driver's License and a motor vehicle background check.DuPage County Health Department is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. DuPage County Health Department offers a variety of benefits to meet your needs. Please visit on our Careers Page for more information.Benefits for EmployeesEmployees of the DuPage County Health Department may select from a variety of benefits to meet their needs.Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits.Health Department benefits are administered through the DuPage County Government Human Resources Office. Detailed descriptions and premium rates of these plans are available at Medical InsuranceBlue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois is our current health insurance provider. Full-Time Health Department employees may select from four medical insurance options: three preferred provider organization (PPO) plans and one health maintenance organization (HMO) plan. You may speak to a doctor anytime through the Teledoc program, which provides access to U.S. board-certified doctors through the convenience of phone or video consults.Plan participants are also eligible for a variety of added discounts on gym memberships and other health-related products and services. They also have access to the Well on Target program, which provides a convenient, secure website with personalized tools and resources such as health coaching, health assessments, and digital tools to track health information important to you.Vision Discounts & InsuranceA vision care discount program is available as part of the medical insurance plans. Comprehensive vision insurance is also available.Prescription PlansPrescription coverage is available with all medical plans and includes the convenience of a mail-order option. Staff may also use the on-site pharmacy at the Central Public Health Center located in Wheaton.Dental InsuranceThe Delta Dental PPO program allows you to visit any dentist you wish.Flexible Spending AccountsFlexible Spending Accounts allow you to set aside money on a pre-tax basis to pay expenses such as those not covered by medical or dental insurance, or day-care costs.Life InsuranceAll full-time employees are provided a $25,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee. Supplemental coverage is available for the employee, their spouse, and their children.Disability InsuranceEmployees may elect additional accident and critical illness disability benefits.01 Do you have a valid Driver's License?

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03 Do you currently have one of the following Licensure? Please choose any that apply.

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05 Do you have experience conducting home visits? 06 Are you at least 21 years of age?

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