Skills Development Specialist Rs-17

Skills Development Specialist $1,000 Recruitment Incentive after 6 months

Live in the Valley-work in the Valley! Have a passion for helping others by leveraging your lived experiences as a direct support 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.