1,435 Disability Support Workers jobs in the United States

Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials

Minimum Offer

$ 22.49/hr.

Maximum Offer

$ 33.74/hr.

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Department: CPC Programs for Children

FTE: 1.00
Full Time
Shift: Days

Position Summary:
Coordinate and provide services and resources to individuals/families necessary to promote rehabilitation, recovery, and resiliency. Identify and address the strengths, which will aid the individual or family in the recovery and resiliency process, as well as the barriers that could impede the development of skills needed for independent functioning in the community. Support the individual and the family in crisis situations; provide personalized interventions to develop, facilitate, or enhance an individual’s ability to make informed and independent decisions. The patient care assignment may include children who are at risk of/or experiencing serious emotional, neurobiological, and/or behavioral disorders; adults with severe mental illness (SMI), individuals with chronic substance abuse, and/or individuals with co-occurring disorders. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups.

Detailed responsibilities:
* PATIENT CENTERED MED - Adhere to and promote the core expectations of the Patient Centered Medical Home or Patient Centered Specialty Practice as applicable
* NAVIGATION/ PATIENT ADVOCACY - Work to eliminate barriers to access to culturally competent medical services for all patients. Assist patients to access community resources, and financial assistance programs and services that are needed
* COLLABORATION - Collaborate with medical providers, multidisciplinary team members and community resource providers to assist patient to meet above described treatment goals
* LIFE SKILLS - Facilitate and encourage the development of skills in the following areas: activities of daily living, interpersonal coping, socialization, & community functioning. Based on the needs of the individual, this function could include facilitating adaptation to the home, school, work, recreational, and social environments; pro-active self-care, nutrition, & money management
* DEVELOPMENT - Plan for professional growth related to professional goals based on self-assessment, evaluation and feedback; assume responsibility for acquiring knowledge and experiences to meet goals
* WELLNESS - Offer information and resources to provide patient information on their specific mental “condition”; serve as a mentor to promote recovery and resiliency and instill hope; teach symptom monitoring, symptom management, and relapse prevention skills
* WELLNESS - Provide information about illnesses; assist individual with knowledge of their medication, side effects, discuss medication concerns with the provider; facilitate self-motivational skills for medication regimen, including consequences to independent living
* SERVICE PLANS - Assist in the development and coordination of the individual’s service plan based on his/her identified strengths and goals. The plan will include a recovery/resiliency management plan, crisis management plan and if requested, advanced directives concerning the individual’s behavioral healthcare
* RESOURCE COORD - Assist the client in obtaining access to and coordination of necessary rehabilitative, medical and other services to include assistance in obtaining financial and medical benefits/entitlements; assist in obtaining and maintaining safe affordable and stable housing, and provision of support and mentoring to behavioral health consumers involved in the Judicial System
* SUPPORT SERVICES - Encourage the development and eventual succession of natural supports in the workplace, school, family, and community environments
* ASSESSMENT - Work with the individual/family to identify personal strengths, needs and barriers to attaining self-identified goals; conduct ongoing assessments to determine if the services accessed are meeting or have adequately met the individual’s needs
* CRISIS INTERVENTION - Assess, support and intervene in crisis situations including the facilitation of the development and use of individual crisis management plans that recognize the early signs of crisis/relapse and use natural supports. Identify & encourage use of alternatives to hospital emergency departments and inpatient hospital services
* TRACKING - Coordinate and monitor use of services, including comprehensive tracking of client activities in relation to care plan such as attendance to all scheduled appointments, reviewing documentation of other in-house providers, and maintaining contact with external providers. Conduct post discharge follow-up contact as appropriate
* DOCUMENTATION - Document all client encounters and those made on behalf of clients; complete and submit billing documentation as appropriate; maintain current and comprehensive client files. Files may contain documents held for safe keeping on behalf of a client
* STATISTICS - Maintain and report applicable statistics regarding programs and client services
* DEVELOPMENT - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops
* PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
* PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
* PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
* PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
* PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"

Qualifications Related Education and Experience may be substituted for one another on a year for year basis.

Education:
Essential:
* Bachelor's Degree
Education specialization:
Essential:
* Related Discipline

Experience:
Essential:
1 year directly related experience

Nonessential:
Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo

Credentials:
Essential:
* CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days
* Valid New Mexico Driver's License
* UNM Vehicle Operator's Permit w/in 60 days
Nonessential:
* Certified Psychosocial Rehabilitation Practitioner
* Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor or LASI eligible

Physical Conditions:
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. May require walking or standing to a significant degree or requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or may require working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of materials is negligible.

Working conditions:
Essential:
* Minor Hazard - physical risks, dirt, dust, fumes, noise

Department: Behavioral and Mental Health

Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials

Minimum Offer

$ 22.49/hr.

Maximum Offer

$ 33.74/hr.

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Department: OCO Jail Diversion Services

FTE: 1.00
Full Time
Shift: Days

Position Summary:
Coordinate and provide services and resources to individuals/families necessary to promote rehabilitation, recovery, and resiliency. Identify and address the strengths, which will aid the individual or family in the recovery and resiliency process, as well as the barriers that could impede the development of skills needed for independent functioning in the community. Support the individual and the family in crisis situations; provide personalized interventions to develop, facilitate, or enhance an individual’s ability to make informed and independent decisions. The patient care assignment may include children who are at risk of/or experiencing serious emotional, neurobiological, and/or behavioral disorders; adults with severe mental illness (SMI), individuals with chronic substance abuse, and/or individuals with co-occurring disorders. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups.

Detailed responsibilities:
* PATIENT CENTERED MED - Adhere to and promote the core expectations of the Patient Centered Medical Home or Patient Centered Specialty Practice as applicable
* NAVIGATION/ PATIENT ADVOCACY - Work to eliminate barriers to access to culturally competent medical services for all patients. Assist patients to access community resources, and financial assistance programs and services that are needed
* COLLABORATION - Collaborate with medical providers, multidisciplinary team members and community resource providers to assist patient to meet above described treatment goals
* LIFE SKILLS - Facilitate and encourage the development of skills in the following areas: activities of daily living, interpersonal coping, socialization, & community functioning. Based on the needs of the individual, this function could include facilitating adaptation to the home, school, work, recreational, and social environments; pro-active self-care, nutrition, & money management
* DEVELOPMENT - Plan for professional growth related to professional goals based on self-assessment, evaluation and feedback; assume responsibility for acquiring knowledge and experiences to meet goals
* WELLNESS - Offer information and resources to provide patient information on their specific mental “condition”; serve as a mentor to promote recovery and resiliency and instill hope; teach symptom monitoring, symptom management, and relapse prevention skills
* WELLNESS - Provide information about illnesses; assist individual with knowledge of their medication, side effects, discuss medication concerns with the provider; facilitate self-motivational skills for medication regimen, including consequences to independent living
* SERVICE PLANS - Assist in the development and coordination of the individual’s service plan based on his/her identified strengths and goals. The plan will include a recovery/resiliency management plan, crisis management plan and if requested, advanced directives concerning the individual’s behavioral healthcare
* RESOURCE COORD - Assist the client in obtaining access to and coordination of necessary rehabilitative, medical and other services to include assistance in obtaining financial and medical benefits/entitlements; assist in obtaining and maintaining safe affordable and stable housing, and provision of support and mentoring to behavioral health consumers involved in the Judicial System
* SUPPORT SERVICES - Encourage the development and eventual succession of natural supports in the workplace, school, family, and community environments
* ASSESSMENT - Work with the individual/family to identify personal strengths, needs and barriers to attaining self-identified goals; conduct ongoing assessments to determine if the services accessed are meeting or have adequately met the individual’s needs
* CRISIS INTERVENTION - Assess, support and intervene in crisis situations including the facilitation of the development and use of individual crisis management plans that recognize the early signs of crisis/relapse and use natural supports. Identify & encourage use of alternatives to hospital emergency departments and inpatient hospital services
* TRACKING - Coordinate and monitor use of services, including comprehensive tracking of client activities in relation to care plan such as attendance to all scheduled appointments, reviewing documentation of other in-house providers, and maintaining contact with external providers. Conduct post discharge follow-up contact as appropriate
* DOCUMENTATION - Document all client encounters and those made on behalf of clients; complete and submit billing documentation as appropriate; maintain current and comprehensive client files. Files may contain documents held for safe keeping on behalf of a client
* STATISTICS - Maintain and report applicable statistics regarding programs and client services
* DEVELOPMENT - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops
* PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
* PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
* PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
* PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
* PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"
* JUDICIAL INTERFACE - Provide support and mentoring to mental health consumers involved in the Judicial System toinclude encouraging regular contact with court supervision, compliance with conditions of release and other expectations of the judicial system. Work cooperatively with legal system staff while maintaining role as clients advocate. Attend weekly meetings with judicial staff including Judges, Pretrial Services, Community Corrections Probation/Parole Officers, Public Defender staff, District Attorney Staff. Meet with clients who are in custody at MDC. Attend court hearings and other meetings with court staff and clients. Complete weekly/monthly written reports and e-mails to probation/parole officers/pre trail mental health specialists as required
* COORDINATION - Encourage regular contact with court supervision, compliance with conditions of release and other expectations under the judicial system

Qualifications Related Education and Experience may be substituted for one another on a year for year basis.

Education:
Essential:
* Bachelor's Degree
Education specialization:
Essential:
* Related Discipline

Experience:
Essential:
1 year directly related experience

Nonessential:
Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo

Credentials:
Essential:
* CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days
* Valid New Mexico Driver's License
* UNM Vehicle Operator's Permit w/in 60 days
Nonessential:
* Certified Psychosocial Rehabilitation Practitioner
* Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor or LASI eligible

Physical Conditions:
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. May require walking or standing to a significant degree or requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or may require working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of materials is negligible.

Working conditions:
Essential:
* Minor Hazard - physical risks, dirt, dust, fumes, noise
* Sig Haz: Physical risk/injuries due to combative patients
* Subject to random alcohol and substance testing

Department: Behavioral and Mental Health

Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials

Minimum Offer

$ 22.49/hr.

Maximum Offer

$ 33.74/hr.

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Department: OCO Jail Diversion Services

FTE: 1.00
Full Time
Shift: Days

Position Summary:
Coordinate and provide services and resources to individuals/families necessary to promote rehabilitation, recovery, and resiliency. Identify and address the strengths, which will aid the individual or family in the recovery and resiliency process, as well as the barriers that could impede the development of skills needed for independent functioning in the community. Support the individual and the family in crisis situations; provide personalized interventions to develop, facilitate, or enhance an individual’s ability to make informed and independent decisions. The patient care assignment may include children who are at risk of/or experiencing serious emotional, neurobiological, and/or behavioral disorders; adults with severe mental illness (SMI), individuals with chronic substance abuse, and/or individuals with co-occurring disorders. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups.

Detailed responsibilities:
* PATIENT CENTERED MED - Adhere to and promote the core expectations of the Patient Centered Medical Home or Patient Centered Specialty Practice as applicable
* NAVIGATION/ PATIENT ADVOCACY - Work to eliminate barriers to access to culturally competent medical services for all patients. Assist patients to access community resources, and financial assistance programs and services that are needed
* COLLABORATION - Collaborate with medical providers, multidisciplinary team members and community resource providers to assist patient to meet above described treatment goals
* LIFE SKILLS - Facilitate and encourage the development of skills in the following areas: activities of daily living, interpersonal coping, socialization, & community functioning. Based on the needs of the individual, this function could include facilitating adaptation to the home, school, work, recreational, and social environments; pro-active self-care, nutrition, & money management
* DEVELOPMENT - Plan for professional growth related to professional goals based on self-assessment, evaluation and feedback; assume responsibility for acquiring knowledge and experiences to meet goals
* WELLNESS - Offer information and resources to provide patient information on their specific mental “condition”; serve as a mentor to promote recovery and resiliency and instill hope; teach symptom monitoring, symptom management, and relapse prevention skills
* WELLNESS - Provide information about illnesses; assist individual with knowledge of their medication, side effects, discuss medication concerns with the provider; facilitate self-motivational skills for medication regimen, including consequences to independent living
* SERVICE PLANS - Assist in the development and coordination of the individual’s service plan based on his/her identified strengths and goals. The plan will include a recovery/resiliency management plan, crisis management plan and if requested, advanced directives concerning the individual’s behavioral healthcare
* RESOURCE COORD - Assist the client in obtaining access to and coordination of necessary rehabilitative, medical and other services to include assistance in obtaining financial and medical benefits/entitlements; assist in obtaining and maintaining safe affordable and stable housing, and provision of support and mentoring to behavioral health consumers involved in the Judicial System
* SUPPORT SERVICES - Encourage the development and eventual succession of natural supports in the workplace, school, family, and community environments
* ASSESSMENT - Work with the individual/family to identify personal strengths, needs and barriers to attaining self-identified goals; conduct ongoing assessments to determine if the services accessed are meeting or have adequately met the individual’s needs
* CRISIS INTERVENTION - Assess, support and intervene in crisis situations including the facilitation of the development and use of individual crisis management plans that recognize the early signs of crisis/relapse and use natural supports. Identify & encourage use of alternatives to hospital emergency departments and inpatient hospital services
* TRACKING - Coordinate and monitor use of services, including comprehensive tracking of client activities in relation to care plan such as attendance to all scheduled appointments, reviewing documentation of other in-house providers, and maintaining contact with external providers. Conduct post discharge follow-up contact as appropriate
* DOCUMENTATION - Document all client encounters and those made on behalf of clients; complete and submit billing documentation as appropriate; maintain current and comprehensive client files. Files may contain documents held for safe keeping on behalf of a client
* STATISTICS - Maintain and report applicable statistics regarding programs and client services
* DEVELOPMENT - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops
* PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
* PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
* PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
* PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
* PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"
* JUDICIAL INTERFACE - Provide support and mentoring to mental health consumers involved in the Judicial System toinclude encouraging regular contact with court supervision, compliance with conditions of release and other expectations of the judicial system. Work cooperatively with legal system staff while maintaining role as clients advocate. Attend weekly meetings with judicial staff including Judges, Pretrial Services, Community Corrections Probation/Parole Officers, Public Defender staff, District Attorney Staff. Meet with clients who are in custody at MDC. Attend court hearings and other meetings with court staff and clients. Complete weekly/monthly written reports and e-mails to probation/parole officers/pre trail mental health specialists as required
* COORDINATION - Encourage regular contact with court supervision, compliance with conditions of release and other expectations under the judicial system

Qualifications Related Education and Experience may be substituted for one another on a year for year basis.

Education:
Essential:
* Bachelor's Degree
Education specialization:
Essential:
* Related Discipline

Experience:
Essential:
1 year directly related experience

Nonessential:
Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo

Credentials:
Essential:
* CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days
* Valid New Mexico Driver's License
* UNM Vehicle Operator's Permit w/in 60 days
Nonessential:
* Certified Psychosocial Rehabilitation Practitioner
* Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor or LASI eligible

Physical Conditions:
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. May require walking or standing to a significant degree or requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or may require working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of materials is negligible.

Working conditions:
Essential:
* Minor Hazard - physical risks, dirt, dust, fumes, noise
* Sig Haz: Physical risk/injuries due to combative patients
* Subject to random alcohol and substance testing

Department: Behavioral and Mental Health

Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials Minimum Offer $ 22.49/hr. Maximum Offer $ 33.74/hr. Compensation Disclaimer Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations. Department: Care Link BH Home - UPC FTE: 1.00 Full Time Shift: Days Position Summary: Coordinate and provide services and resources to individuals/families necessary to promote rehabilitation, recovery, and resiliency. Identify and address the strengths, which will aid the individual or family in the recovery and resiliency process, as well as the barriers that could impede the development of skills needed for independent functioning in the community. Support the individual and the family in crisis situations; provide personalized interventions to develop, facilitate, or enhance an individuals ability to make informed and independent decisions. The patient care assignment may include children who are at risk of/or experiencing serious emotional, neurobiological, and/or behavioral disorders; adults with severe mental illness (SMI), individuals with chronic substance abuse, and/or individuals with co-occurring disorders. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups. Detailed responsibilities: * PATIENT CENTERED MED - Adhere to and promote the core expectations of the Patient Centered Medical Home or Patient Centered Specialty Practice as applicable * NAVIGATION/ PATIENT ADVOCACY - Work to eliminate barriers to access to culturally competent medical services for all patients. Assist patients to access community resources, and financial assistance programs and services that are needed * COLLABORATION - Collaborate with medical providers, multidisciplinary team members and community resource providers to assist patient to meet above described treatment goals * LIFE SKILLS - Facilitate and encourage the development of skills in the following areas: activities of daily living, interpersonal coping, socialization, & community functioning. Based on the needs of the individual, this function could include facilitating adaptation to the home, school, work, recreational, and social environments; pro-active self-care, nutrition, & money management * DEVELOPMENT - Plan for professional growth related to professional goals based on self-assessment, evaluation and feedback; assume responsibility for acquiring knowledge and experiences to meet goals * WELLNESS - Offer information and resources to provide patient information on their specific mental condition; serve as a mentor to promote recovery and resiliency and instill hope; teach symptom monitoring, symptom management, and relapse prevention skills * WELLNESS - Provide information about illnesses; assist individual with knowledge of their medication, side effects, discuss medication concerns with the provider; facilitate self-motivational skills for medication regimen, including consequences to independent living * SERVICE PLANS - Assist in the development and coordination of the individuals service plan based on his/her identified strengths and goals. The plan will include a recovery/resiliency management plan, crisis management plan and if requested, advanced directives concerning the individuals behavioral healthcare * RESOURCE COORD - Assist the client in obtaining access to and coordination of necessary rehabilitative, medical and other services to include assistance in obtaining financial and medical benefits/entitlements; assist in obtaining and maintaining safe affordable and stable housing, and provision of support and mentoring to behavioral health consumers involved in the Judicial System * SUPPORT SERVICES - Encourage the development and eventual succession of natural supports in the workplace, school, family, and community environments * ASSESSMENT - Work with the individual/family to identify personal strengths, needs and barriers to attaining self-identified goals; conduct ongoing assessments to determine if the services accessed are meeting or have adequately met the individuals needs * CRISIS INTERVENTION - Assess, support and intervene in crisis situations including the facilitation of the development and use of individual crisis management plans that recognize the early signs of crisis/relapse and use natural supports. Identify & encourage use of alternatives to hospital emergency departments and inpatient hospital services * TRACKING - Coordinate and monitor use of services, including comprehensive tracking of client activities in relation to care plan such as attendance to all scheduled appointments, reviewing documentation of other in-house providers, and maintaining contact with external providers. Conduct post discharge follow-up contact as appropriate * DOCUMENTATION - Document all client encounters and those made on behalf of clients; complete and submit billing documentation as appropriate; maintain current and comprehensive client files. Files may contain documents held for safe keeping on behalf of a client * STATISTICS - Maintain and report applicable statistics regarding programs and client services * DEVELOPMENT - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops * PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols * PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes * PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk * PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner * PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right" QualificationsRelated Education and Experience may be substituted for one another on a year for year basis. Education: Essential: * Bachelor's Degree Education specialization: Essential: * Related Discipline Experience: Essential: 1 year directly related experience Nonessential: Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo Credentials: Essential: * CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days * Valid New Mexico Driver's License * UNM Vehicle Operator's Permit w/in 60 days Nonessential: * Certified Psychosocial Rehabilitation Practitioner * Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor or LASI eligible Physical Conditions: Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. May require walking or standing to a significant degree or requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or may require working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of materials is negligible. Working conditions: Essential: * Minor Hazard - physical risks, dirt, dust, fumes, noise * Subject to random alcohol and substance testing Department: Behavioral and Mental Health

Our client is a dedicated organization focused on improving community well-being and providing essential support services. They are looking for a compassionate and proactive Community Support Worker to join their team in **Baltimore, Maryland, US**. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for flexibility in your work environment. As a Community Support Worker, you will play a vital role in assisting individuals and families facing various challenges, helping them to access resources and achieve greater independence. Your responsibilities will include conducting needs assessments, providing guidance and support, connecting clients with relevant community services such as housing, employment, and healthcare, and advocating on their behalf. You will also facilitate group sessions and workshops aimed at skill-building and social integration. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a deep understanding of social issues and community resources. Empathy, patience, and a strong commitment to client advocacy are essential. Experience in social work, counseling, or a related field is preferred. A Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or a related human services field is typically required, along with relevant certifications or licenses. Prior experience working with vulnerable populations or in a community-based setting would be a significant asset. This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to positive social change and support individuals in building stronger, healthier lives within their communities.

Our client is seeking compassionate and dedicated Community Support Workers to join their team in **Fort Worth, Texas, US**. This role is vital in providing direct support and assistance to individuals within the community, promoting independence, and enhancing their quality of life. You will work with diverse populations, offering practical help and emotional support to clients facing various challenges. Responsibilities include assisting clients with daily living activities, developing and implementing individual support plans, facilitating access to community resources, and monitoring client progress. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, empathy, and a strong commitment to social care principles. You should be patient, understanding, and have a non-judgmental approach. Familiarity with community resources and services is an advantage. This position requires strong communication and record-keeping abilities, as well as the capacity to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will play a crucial role in empowering individuals and fostering a supportive community environment. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives and build a rewarding career in social services.
Responsibilities:

• Provide direct support to individuals in their homes and community settings.
• Assist clients with personal care, meal preparation, and household tasks.
• Develop and implement personalized care and support plans.
• Encourage client participation in social, recreational, and educational activities.
• Facilitate access to community resources, such as healthcare and employment services.
• Monitor client well-being and report any changes or concerns.
• Provide emotional support and build positive relationships with clients.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and other service providers.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and best practices in caregiving.
• Advocate for clients' needs and rights.
• Participate in team meetings and professional development activities.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience in a direct support role or social services setting.
• Strong understanding of person-centered support principles.
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a compassionate nature.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation may be required.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Knowledge of local community resources is a plus.

Our client, a dedicated non-profit organization committed to enhancing community well-being, is seeking a compassionate and proactive Community Support Worker to join their vital team in New York City, New York, US . This role involves providing direct support, guidance, and resources to individuals and families facing various social challenges. You will work closely with clients to assess their needs, develop personalized support plans, and connect them with essential community services, fostering empowerment and independence.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting needs assessments to understand client circumstances and identify appropriate support services.
• Developing individualized care and support plans in collaboration with clients.
• Providing direct emotional support, counseling, and practical assistance to clients.
• Connecting clients with community resources such as housing assistance, healthcare, employment services, and educational programs.
• Advocating on behalf of clients to ensure they receive necessary services and benefits.
• Monitoring client progress and regularly reviewing and updating support plans.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential client records and documentation.
• Organizing and facilitating community workshops, support groups, and outreach activities.
• Collaborating with other social service agencies, government bodies, and community partners.
• Responding to crisis situations and providing immediate assistance and referrals.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Previous experience in social work, community services, or a similar role is highly desirable. Strong empathy, interpersonal skills, and the ability to build rapport with diverse populations are essential. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills are required. Knowledge of local community resources and social service systems is a significant asset. This hybrid role allows for flexibility, combining essential client-facing activities with remote administrative and coordination tasks. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives and possess the dedication to support vulnerable communities, we encourage you to apply.

Our client is a leading provider of community and social care services, seeking a compassionate and dedicated Community Support Worker to join their team in New York City, New York, US . This role is essential in providing direct support and advocacy for individuals in the community, helping them to live more independent and fulfilling lives. You will be responsible for assessing client needs, developing personalized support plans, and facilitating access to community resources and services. Key duties include providing emotional support, assisting with daily living activities, connecting clients with healthcare providers and social programs, and monitoring progress. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, empathy, and a strong understanding of social services and community resources. Experience working with vulnerable populations is highly valued. This hybrid role involves direct client interaction in the community and within office settings, balanced with remote work for case management, reporting, and team coordination.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct support and assistance to clients in their homes and within the community.
• Conduct needs assessments and develop individualized support plans in collaboration with clients.
• Facilitate access to essential services, including healthcare, housing, employment, and social programs.
• Offer emotional support, counseling, and crisis intervention as needed.
• Assist clients with daily living activities, such as personal care, meal preparation, and transportation.
• Monitor client progress and document interventions and outcomes in case files.
• Advocate for clients' rights and needs with external agencies and service providers.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of social workers, healthcare professionals, and community organizations.
• Organize and facilitate community-based activities and support groups.
• Ensure client confidentiality and maintain ethical standards in all interactions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in community support, social work, or a related human services role.
• Knowledge of community resources, social services, and mental health support systems.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to help others.
• Ability to work independently and manage caseloads effectively.
• Proficiency in case management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for community visits.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends as required.

Our client is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families in the community and offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development.