Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist - Evergreen Club

Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community.  Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues.  As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.  If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!

WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?

• At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.

• Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.

• At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.

• Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.

The Clubhouse model of psychosocial rehabilitation is a community mental health service model that helps people with a history of serious mental illness rejoin society and maintain their place in it; it builds on people's strengths and provides mutual support, along with professional staff support, for people to receive prevocational work training, educational opportunities, and social support.

Provide direct rehabilitation services to adults who are experiencing serious and persistent mental disorders, with an emphasis on promoting confidence and opportunity for meaningful work and meaningful relationships in a supportive environment. Develop and manage transitional employment placements and supportive employment placements, including member selection, training and support, and maintaining good relationships with employers. Help people living with mental illness achieve their full potential by adhering to the International Standards for Clubhouse Programs that serve as reminders that clubhouses must be places of respect and opportunities for members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. 

• Coordinate with client’s primary provider  to develop psychosocial rehabilitation goals and monitor progress.
• Create rehabilitation plans for all clubhouse members.
• Complete required daily documentation including progress notes according to agency policy.
• Attend staff meetings and other meetings as assigned.
• Accompany clubhouse members on outings.
• Transport members in FBH vehicles to and from clubhouse activities as needed.
• Engage members in day-to-day operation of the work units using creative skills to ensure members have the opportunity to work at a meaningful job appropriate to each member’s current functioning level.
• Assist the members of the clubhouse to take steadily increasing amounts of responsibility for the operation of the clubhouse and all its functions.
• Provide community support services, participate in the work-ordered day, assist with Transitional Employment and other components of a successful clubhouse as defined by Clubhouse International’s The International Standards for Clubhouse Programs.
• Work on weekends, evenings, and holidays as necessary to develop and enhance clubhouse programming.
• Requires travel to see clients in the community and travel between work sites either via FBH owned Vehicles and/or personal vehicle.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences.
• Must apply for Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration within 30 days of hire.
• Food Handler’s Permit required within 14 days of start of employment.
• Must have an unrestricted and valid driver’s license, be able to pass a motor vehicle screening and driving test, have active car insurance, and be willing to use their personal vehicle in the course of work. 

PREFERRED:

• One year of experience working with individuals diagnosed with a mental health disorder.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft office including Outlook, Word and Excel

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PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed in an office setting and in the community at large. 
• Requires daily use of computers, ability to escort members on outings to various indoor and outdoor community locations.
• May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds. 
• Blood-borne Pathogen Category III - No predictable exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt): $25.89-$31.53

• All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus, the starting pay for this position is $25.89 per hour.

Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!

​WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE:

• Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!

• Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!

• Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.

• Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.

BENEFITS:www.fbhwa.org/careers/benefits 

• Medical, Dental and Vision

• Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match.

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.

PERKS:www.fbhwa.org/careers/perks 

• Signing Bonus!

• No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.

• Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.

• Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.

• Free Employee Assistance Program

• Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!

Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.