Job Description
Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Company Headquarters - Saint Paul, MN 55114Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $20.00 - $24.00 HourlyJob Shift: DayYOU WOULD BE A GOOD FIT IF YOU:
Formulate goals and habits with clients that encourage independence
Engage naturally in personal connection and active listening
Adapt to the needs of a diverse caseload
Collaborate with clients to determine practical steps to solve problems
Are experienced with IHS, ARMHS, or other mental health services (not required)
Are both a self-starter and work cohesively with a team
SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION:
Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm
Must be available one weekend (Saturday - Sunday), 10am - 6pm every six weeks for rotational on-call
$20-$24/hour, dependent on experience
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle and comfortability meeting clients in the community
1 year of full-time work experience of human/social services
At least six months of coaching experience in any field (preferred)
MORE ON THE ROLE:
As a Mental Health Specialist, you will serve a caseload of 16 to 18 clients with whom you will create individualized support plans and help pursue long-term stability while responding to immediate needs. 80% of your scheduled week will be in the community, driving to individuals’ own homes, and helping clients create plans and problem solve to continue residing in their own home. 20% of your week, you will be in the office answering client calls and being available for immediate in-person responses.
You will coach clients through daily life stressors and walk them through our proven problem-solving process. You will help clients process their emotions and overcome challenges in their life with the goal of reducing hospitalizations and the need for emergency services through de-escalation. We find that people who are a good fit for this role are adept at taking initiative with problem solving in their own lives.
It is a great way to expand your skills in de-escalation, goal setting, and mental health first aid. You will have weekly one-on-one meetings with your supervisor at our headquarters and join weekly team meetings for further support, ideas, and encouragement.
If you have experience with these roles, please consider applying:
IHS
ARMHS
Paramedic
EMT
Behavioral health
Crisis Prevention
WHY SLS? We are about building careers and a thriving community, not just earning paychecks.
At SLS you can:
Make an impact: We are driven to make a difference! This isn’t lip service. We want things to be better because we were here! We’re passionate about improving the lives of everyone we touch- clients, families, care teams, team members, and neighbors.
Learn and grow: Our goal is excellence, and we are committed to investing in you because we believe everyone deserves our best. We offer:
Career path with clear opportunities for promotions
Feedback and support in weekly one-on-ones
In-house development courses and programs
Create connections: We love our co-workers! Everyone matters here. SLS is a community with real relationships. Whether it’s our day-to-day collaboration, quarterly all-company meetings, or team outings, at SLS you will feel connected to the people you work with.
We exist to improve the quality of life: our clients, our team, our community. If you want to work with purpose, we want to hear from you!
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Supportive Living Solutions
Our mission is to improve the quality of life in our community!
Supportive Living Solutions (SLS) provides housing and services to adults living with mental illness, disabilities, chemical dependency and homelessness.