Residential Functional Support Specialist

Pay Range: $18 p/h and up DOE

Riverbend Community Mental Health, Inc., one of the largest providers of community-based behavioral health services in New Hampshire, is seeking a full-time Residential Functional Support Specialist to join our talented multi-disciplinary team in our Residential Program treating adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

As a Riverbend Functional Support Specialist, you will provide support and outreach to clients living within the Riverbend Residential homes, promote resident stability, independence, health, and self-sufficiency for residents.

Responsibilities:

• Be available onsite to residents at assigned location(s).
• Establish and maintain relationships with the residents of the assigned location(s) as a means of being a resource for the property. Coordinates and promotes activities that create a sense of community between the residents and the property.
• Participate in the coordination of activities for participants of assigned programs, including facilitation of program events and scheduling of program activities (such as budget workshops, food distributions, health/wellness events and/or employment networking events.
• Market activities to residents using pertinent information by creating newsletters, and email blasts, conducting phone calls, hosting informational meetings, and contacting residents door-to-door.
• Organize special activities, facilitate groups and host recreational events to promote resident wellness; activities may include arts and crafts, exercise classes, tours, dances, or other activities as programs require.
• Arrange transportation as needed for residents to attend various functions, programming, and services.
• Assist the Program Manager with the training of new employees.
• Assist in covering shifts within 3 residential programs if needed.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, public administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university; an Associate’s degree and three (3) years of demonstrated case management experience in social services.
• Successful completion of a criminal history background check, education and work history verification.
• A Valid NH Driver’s License, personal vehicle, and auto insurance or reasonable alternative for own transportation to do community-based work
• Experience working in resident services preferred

About Riverbend

Founded in 1963, Riverbend Community Mental Health is a private, nonprofit organization providing specialized behavioral health services in central New Hampshire. Core services include 24/7 emergency mobile crisis services; substance abuse services; counseling services for children, adults, and families; addiction treatment; community support, vocational services, and residential programs for adults and seniors. Evidence-based models of treatment guide all our work and we strongly believe in the power of self-directed growth and recovery.

About working at Riverbend

This is a full-time position with a competitive pay rate and an outstanding benefits package including:

• Medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
• 403(b) with company match
• Tax-free flexible spending accounts for daycare or medical expenses
• Clinical supervision and CE training to support licensure
• 4 weeks of earned time in the first year, higher accrual after year 1
• 8 holidays per year
• Business casual attire

You’ll be joining a team of focused, hard-working, creative people who are passionate about delivering high-quality behavioral health services, developing innovative responses to meet critical needs, and doing work that is both challenging and rewarding. Riverbend is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to building a safe, inclusive working environment for people of all backgrounds.

COVID-19 Considerations

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the world, it is our responsibility as healthcare providers to help keep our staff, clients and communities safe. At Riverbend, we have implemented processes and precautions to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 as well as a mandatory vaccination policy. Exceptions can be applied for medical or religious reasons.

About Concord New Hampshire

Concord New Hampshire is ranked one of the nation’s top micropolitan (population under 50,000) communities, year after year. Our excellent schools and colleges produce a well-educated workforce, and we are proud to be home to one of the finest healthcare networks north of Boston (about 1.5 hours south). In addition to our vibrant downtown, business community, and wealth of cultural offerings, the Concord area is the perfect place to raise a family, grow a business, or explore New England’s rich history, culture, and natural wonders.