PSR Specialist

Job Title: Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist 

Location: Springfield, Missouri 

Department: Adult Community Services 

Employment Type: Full-time 

Job Summary: 
Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist, where you can make a significant difference in the lives of clients with severe and persistent mental illness. In this fulfilling role, you will help individuals navigate their challenges, facilitating their journey toward recovery and empowerment. You will engage in meaningful activities, advocate for your clients, and become an integral part of their healing process. If you have a passion for helping others, strong communication skills, and a dedication to industry-best practices, we want to hear from you! 

The incumbent of this position is responsible for providing day-to-day services under the Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist (PSR) program, in accordance with State Regulatory directives, to clients with severe and persistent mental illness. 

This position offers… 
• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost  
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel 
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition 
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce 
• Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more 

Key Responsibilities: 
• Facilitate PSR education sessions under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and/or PSR Supervisor. 
• Plan, organize, and facilitate groups, outings, or other activities to accomplish program objectives. 
• Serve as an advocate for the client during the implementation of the treatment plan. 
• Maintain a standard of behavior consistent with agency expectations and program philosophy. 
• Monitor premises to ensure safety and sanitation requirements are met. 
• Perform orientation, education, referral, and record-keeping functions while participating in team planning. 
• Operate the van and/or vehicle for client transportation and business needs. 
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and serve as an appropriate role model for clients. 
• Demonstrate interest in the long-term and short-term goals and objectives of the company. 
• Other duties as assigned by Clinical Supervisor, Program Director, and/or Executive Team member. 

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications: 
• High School education or equivalent and two (2) years responsible employment history. 

Additional Qualifications: 
• Must have a current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance. 
• Candidates must successfully complete background checks, including criminal record and driving record. 
• Completion of behavioral management training within thirty (30) days of employment or at the first available class. 
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle. 
• Must be at least twenty-three (23) years of age to operate a company-owned fifteen (15) passenger van. 

Physical Requirements: 
• ADA Consideration - Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or pull, including moving objects, including the human body. Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during the work shift. 
• Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods. 

Keywords: Psychosocial Rehabilitation, Mental Health, Case Management, Community Support, Rehabilitation Services, Advocacy, Client Support, Social Services, Behavioral Health, Healthcare.