Description
Competitive Starting Rate of $17.00 an Hour!
Do you want to make a difference in people's lives? Then we have a position for you!
This is a great way to gain experience in the Mental Health Field!!
The Supported Living Specialist must work with minimal supervision and must be flexible.
Responsibilities include assisting individuals with money management, medical appointments, monitoring medications, and maintaining the safety in their own homes/apartments, participate in team meetings, and other tasks as needed to enhance the quality of the individuals' lives.
The hours are primarily dayshift, 40 hours, flexible, including some hours on the weekend if needed. Overtime is also available (but not required) for those candidates who are interested.
Full-time staff are eligible for benefits including medical, dental and vision, paid vacation and sick days, as well as a 401(k) Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, and paid holidays starting day one of employment!!
Threshold provides comprehensive paid training for all employees.
Travel expenses are reimbursed for staff with appropriate insurance coverage.
EOE M/F/V/D
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED. (Original document is required).
- Two years' experience working with persons with a mental health diagnosis is a plus.
- Knowledge of community resources is a plus.
- Valid PA Driver's License.
- PA Motor Vehicle Record Check.
- Use of vehicle while working with valid registration and insurance coverage indicating you are an insured driver.
- Bilingual in both English and Spanish, preferred.
- Computer knowledge is a must.
- Pre-employment Drug Screen.
- PA Criminal History Clearance.
- FBI Clearance (if candidate has not been a resident of PA for the past two consecutive years).
Skills Required
- High School Diploma or GED (original document required)
- Valid PA Driver's License
- PA Motor Vehicle Record Check
- Use of vehicle while working with valid registration and insurance coverage showing you are an insured driver
- Computer knowledge
- Pre-employment drug screen
- PA Criminal History Clearance
- FBI Clearance (if candidate has not been a resident of PA for the past two consecutive years)
- Two years' experience working with persons with a mental health diagnosis
- Knowledge of community resources
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
What We Do
Threshold Rehabilitation Services, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for persons with disabilities and the economically disadvantaged. They provide comprehensive support through vocational rehabilitation, employment services, residential care, and behavioral health programs. Established in 1965, the organization focuses on fostering independence, community integration, and fulfilling lives for the individuals they serve in Berks County and surrounding areas.
