Community Support Specialist

at  Catholic Charities Inc

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree required in Social Work or a related field, and at least two (2) years’ experiences working with children and families. Must be able to meet requirements to be certified through the Mississippi Department of Mental Health as a Community Support Specialist.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent time management, organizational and stress management skills.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of program and Agency information.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively.

• Assists individuals and families to gain access to needed support services including, but not limited to education, medical, social, vocational, recreational, therapeutic, and other social services.
• Assess the strengths and service needs of the child/youth.
• Provides direct services in the home, school, and community settings.
• Provides and coordinates social services that are child focused and build on the family and community strengths.
• Implements service interventions based on the Individualized Service Plan.
• Provides transportation for families in a safe and responsible manner.
• Works in collaboration with Therapist to monitor progress.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive, up to date, community support resource manual.
• Be flexible and work with the family based on the family’s schedule, availability, and convenience.
• Provides crisis intervention services as needed.
• Attends weekly staff meetings.
• Assist in the aftercare planning to ensure referrals are made, appointments are made, and services are available/accessible.
• Other duties as assigned.