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Description: It’s not just a job. It’s who we are. At Eyerly Ball we have the privilege of serving others who need it most. You matter here! Your work has a deep impact on the individual and community. As you seek to serve others, you will find yourself inspired by those you serve. We are rooted in our mission and believe you will be too.
For over 50 years, Eyerly Ball has provided a full continuum of mental health services and treatment to meet the needs of our community, from family and individual counseling to outpatient care for all ages. Our innovative solutions provide comprehensive, effective mental health services, including: outpatient, residential, community outreach, care coordination and crisis services.
Position Summary:
At Eyerly Ball, we are seeking an ACT Mental Health Specialist to work directly with clients of the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team in Des Moines by using the evidence base practice model of ACT designed by NAMI to provide comprehensive and wrap around services to address client goals of mental health, physical health, housing, employment, social goals, and other goals as identified by the client.
The ACT Mental Health Specialist provides assessment, individual sessions, develop treatment plan goals, and group sessions to clients of the ACT team. The successful ACT Mental Health Specialist works with the client and fellow team members towards meeting the outcome objectives and standards put forth by Polk County Health Services. This position will provide mental health supports to clients of the ACT team as well as assist in educating and coordinating with team members to meet client mental health needs.
Benefits of Working at Eyerly Ball Community Mental Health Services:
- Join a dedicated team of professional experts who are committed to improving the mental and behavioral health of the communities we serve.
- Advance your career in the mental health industry with ongoing job training and opportunities for advancement within Eyerly Ball.
- Competitive salary, commensurate with education/experience.
- Excellent, comprehensive benefit package: medical, dental, vision, flex spending account, health savings account, short-term disability insurance, employer-sponsored long-term disability insurance, employer-sponsored life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, voluntary life insurance, and identity theft insurance.
- Paid vacation, sick and holiday time off
- 401(k) plans with company match, immediate vesting.
. Requirements: Education/Certifications/Experience:
- Master’s degree in human services or related field.
- Required to be licensed as a Mental Health Counselor, LISW, LMSW or Occupational Therapist per Iowa code.
- One year serving the population
- Experience with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness – preferred
- Required to obtain medication manager certificate within three months of hire
- Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor certification (CADC) – preferred
- Possess a valid driver’s license
- Required to maintain a minimum of $100,000 per person and $300,000 per accident auto insurance liability coverage. Required to provide proof of coverage.
As a condition of employment, Eyerly Ball Community Mental Health Services requires all newly hired employees to have at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine AND a flu shot by their start date unless they have requested and received an exemption due to a qualifying medical condition, a sincerely held religious belief or practice or a requirement by law.Job Type: Full-time
