Community Support Worker - Adults

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required plus three years of experience working with the target population; or AA degree in a human service field plus two years of experience working with the target population; or a related Bachelor’s degree plus one year relevant experience working with the target population. Related college degrees include Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Family Studies, Special Education and Human Services.
• Target population is defined as adults with one of the following:
• Severe Mental Illness (SMI);
• Chronic Substance Dependence; or
• Co-occurring disorder (mental illness/substance abuse) and/or dually diagnosed with a primary diagnosis of mental illness.
• Certification as a Peer or Family Specialist can substitute for one year of related work experience.
• Bilingual (English / Spanish) or (English / Navajo) preferred.
• CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
• Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times.
• SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:
• This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment:
• According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, “Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements,” this position must comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee’s PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH.
• TB Test (and upon exposure in accordance with PMS Policies).
• Criminal Records Check.
• DRIVING REQUIREMENTS:
• May be required to use personal transportation to carry out job duties.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
• Must provide a current motor vehicle record.
• Must provide current personal owner liability automobile insurance and must maintain the insurance coverage throughout the course of employment in this position.
• Must submit to a motor vehicle record check on an as needed basis and maintain a satisfactory driving record that is within the limitations of PMS Human Resources Policy II.D.3, Automobile Usage, and applicable state and federal laws.
• Must comply with PMS Policies on Automobile Usage, II.D.3, Drug Free Workplace, III.H and applicable state and federal laws.
• May be required to complete transportation related trainings.
• $500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS
• BONUSES
• All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English / Spanish) or (English / Navajo) preferred.
• $500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS