Skills Development Specialist

Company: Mat-su Health Services
Location: Wasilla
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Job Description:

Skills Development Specialist $1,000 Recruitment Bonus
Live in the Valley-work in the Valley! Have a passion for helping others by leveraging your lived experiences as a direct or peer support professional check out this opportunity: Mat-Su Health Services, Inc. is looking for a Skills Development Specialist to join our Community Services Team.
Mat-Su Health Services, Inc. is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing progressive integrated medical, dental and behavioral health care. Working here means making a difference for vulnerable and underserved populations. Work with a Mission-driven team on a beautiful campus and enjoy a robust benefit package.
Our Skills Development Specialists under the general supervision of the Rehab Services Program Coordinator serve in a support function for the community services team via the provision of life skill development strategies, providing peer support thru the sharing of lived experiences and assisting clients in accessing services and community resources.
To perform this job successfully, you must be able to; monitor, document and report on client behavior. Assist in the coordination of client activities with various agencies. Participate in treatment planning sessions, assessments and crisis intervention measures. You must also maintain accurate client records and complete written documentation within established time frames.
As a Skills Development Specialist you will provide skills training and various therapeutic interventions to clients and utilize your ability to communicate effectively working independently to plan, schedule and conduct program activities. A successful candidate will have the ability to complete activity documentation within established time frames and adhere to HIPAA laws. You will be expected to consistently relate in a positive, courteous and caring manner to the individuals we serve as well as to your team members and coworkers at all levels.Our Mission: Dedicated to improving the health of our community, one person at a time-through affordable medical, dental and behavioral health care. Our Mission attracts and inspires a caring, competent work force. We are recognized with CARF accreditation and Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home Status. Our employees consistently praise and enjoy the flexibility we afford them.
Our Benefits: Our robust benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, short term disability, life insurance, 401k with employer match, generous paid time off, 10 paid holidays, and employee discounts for services at our facilities. Our unique medical insurance program allows you to access medical care without having to pay for deductibles, co-insurance and co-pay out of your own pocket.
Wage: $16/hour for basic qualifications. Starting wage increases corresponding to your experience and skill level.
Next Steps: If this position interests you, please apply for it online at www.mshsak.org under the Careers tab.
Mat Su Health Services, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Mat Su Health Services, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Mat Su Health Services, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Mat Su Health Services, Inc.'s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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