Outreach Worker Job at Plains Area Mental Health, Inc in Cherokee

Plains Area Mental Health, Inc. is a Community Mental Health Center with 10 locations in Northwest Iowa. Our mission is to provide affordable quality mental health services to the people of the communities we serve, respecting each individual’s dignity, worth, and potential for growth. Ensuring an environment of confidentiality and dedication – we put our people first.

PAMHC is seeking a full-time Outreach Worker that can be based out of our Cherokee or Storm Lake location, that would cover Cherokee and Buena Vista counties. Travel required. Position primarily involves performing the duties of a Community Support and HCBS Habilitation worker on an outpatient basis with adults with a serious and persistent mental illness. Position is 40 hours per week Monday through Friday with occasional evening work.

Pay Range:

$21.64 to $23.80 depending on experience

Benefits:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• PTO – 160 Hours first year with Annual Increases
• 7 Paid Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan – 5% Company Match
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Monthly and Annual Incentives/Bonuses
• Continuing Education Funds/Hours available after one year
• Approved Sites for NHSC Loan Repayment

Position Summary:

Provide supportive services, skill building, behavioral intervention, and crisis planning services to adults with a serious mental illness while utilizing community support or habilitation services. Services are provided to individuals in their homes and community settings.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or Related Field
• Experience Working with Adults with Mental Illness
• Computer Skills
• Valid Driver’s License and Insurance

Preferred Qualifications:

Bilingual a plus, but not required

Complete application at https://plainsareamentalhealth.org/careers/application/ and submit resume to application@pamhc.org.

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