Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) Specialist

Location: Cape Girardeau MO

Full-Time: Non-Exempt - 40 hours/week

Base Pay: $18/hour

The PSR program is open six (6) days a week, Monday - Saturday. As a Specialist, your typical work day is from 8:00am-4:30pm M-F, there is one evening shift a week (approx. 7:30pm), and staff rotate Saturday (8a-4:30p) coverages.

What is PSR?

The Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) programs in the counties of Bollinger, Cape Girardeau, Madison, Perry and Ste. Genevieve provide a variety of supportive and rehabilitative services to individuals living with chronic mental illnesses. PSR offers opportunities for educational, career, social and recreational activities on site and in the community. The program serves adult clients 18 years of age or older and operates five or more days each week, and with evening activities often planned. Vans owned by the Center transport members to the PSR and for the community based activities.

Your Job as a Specialist:

You would be responsible for the delivery of rehabilitative services including: community living skills training, recreation / socialization services, pre-vocational skills development, client and family support, and educational assistance. You would also be required to drive the companies 15 passenger van to pick up / drop off consumers at the beginning and end of the day. In this position, you would work with a wide variety of people where no two days are the same.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• BA/BS/BSW in Social Work, Psychology, Family Studies, Criminal Justicem Rehabilitation and Counseling or other human services related field.
  • A four-year combination of Mental Health experience and post-secondary education may also qualify a candidate.
• Relevant mental health experience preferred.
• Must hold or obtain by start date, MO Class E Driver’s License (Class D for IL Residents), and proof of continuous auto insurance. Must also meet CCC’s Motor Vehicle Record standards policy and have reliable transportation.
• Must work flexible schedule which includes some weekends and evenings.

Essential Functions:

1. Participate in initial screening to evaluate appropriateness of clients referred for PSR services.
2. Participate in development of client’s individual treatment plan.
3. Provide transportation to and from community facilities and resources..
4. Provide daily living skills training including assistance in nutrition, financial and home management, accessing community resources, recreation, pre-vocational services, development of support systems, diagnosis and medication management, etc. .
5. Provide crisis intervention services for clients enrolled in PSR services as needed.
6. Monitor and assist client with program compliance.
7. Document according to clinical policies and procedures, DMH, CARF, and any other federal or state program per agency standards.

Non Essential Functions:

1. Maintain compliance with all policy and procedures.
2. Complete all required training.
3. Work cooperatively with other departments and members of the community.
4. Participate in all required meetings as determined by supervisor.
5. Maintain positive attitude toward agency and clientele.
6. Other duties as assigned.

Who We Are:
Community Counseling Center (CCC) is a behavioral health organization that has been serving the public since 1974. We are an administrative agent for the Missouri Department of Mental Health, and we are entrusted to provide a full array of comprehensive behavioral health services within our five county catchment area.

Our Mission is to provide comprehensive behavioral health and prevention services to every person in need in our five county region.

Our Vision is to create a behavioral healthcare system that is capable of upholding, supporting, and maintaining recovery of our clients.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

Join our team at Community Counseling Center and be part of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). We believe that a diverse workforce fuels innovation and enables us to better serve our diverse client base. We actively seek out applications from individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds. Through inclusive hiring practices, unbiased selection processes, employee resource groups, ongoing training, and transparent progress tracking, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Join us in building an inclusive environment where every employee can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives.

Our Benefits:
Note: Available benefits may change dependent upon employment status and number of hours worked.

• 24 Paid Days Off Your First Year

  • + get a day off for your birthday!

• Seven Paid Holidays

• Competitive Health, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance

  • Company Paid Life and LTD Insurance

• Retirement Auto-Enrollment

• LegalShield and IDShield - Lawyer and Identity Theft Benefit

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

• Employee Referral Program

• Much More!

Community Counseling Center is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.