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Community Support Specialist - Des Moines, United States - UnityPoint Health
Description
To provide or arrange for the provision of services necessary to enable consumers to live, work and recreate in the community environment.
The Community Support Specialist shall assist consumers with monitoring mental health symptoms, transportation, supportive relationships, and communication with other providers.
Assisting also in attending appointments and obtaining medications, crisis intervention and development of a crisis plan and development and coordination of natural mental health support systems.
Why UnityPoint Health?Commitment to our Team – For the second consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you Come for a fulfilling career and experience a guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
Development – We believe equipping you with support and is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Visit to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.Client Service
Education:
Bachelor's Degree preferred Human Services or related field.
Experience:
One year with population served preferred
License(s)/Certification(s): Valid driver's license and insurance when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Ability to speak, read and write fluent English. Ability to read and comprehend common terminology of the mental health field.
Ability to enter documentation in an EHR and use Microsoft Office. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, medical professionals, management, staff and the public.
