The Rehabilitative Services Associate (RSA) is indirectly supervised by the Clinical Manager, Community Support Program and provides care to clients utilizing the Robert Young Center principles of Trauma Informed Care.  The RSA provides case management services to severely mentally ill adults in the group home setting and in the community, and manages care under the direct supervision of the Residential Team Leader.  These services include but are not limited to assessments, treatment planning, supportive counseling and linkage with various community resources.  The RSA provides crisis intervention, maintain accurate clinical documentation, and demonstrate Trinity’s principles and values when interacting with clients, families, visitors, physicians and coworkers.

COVID-19 and Flu Vaccination Requirement: It is required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 and Influenza. Exemption requests based on medical or religious reasons may be submitted, but must be approved for active employment. 

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• Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture 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 like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance 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 development opportunities 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.

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Minimum Requirements

Preferred or Specialized

Education:

•  Requires a high school diploma or GED
•  Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field

Experience:

Eligibility as a Rehabilitative Services Associate (RSA) as determined by the Illinois Register Department of Healthcare and Family Services 89 Ill. Adm. Code 140 by at least one of the following qualifications:

•      Any individual who is 21 years of age and demonstrates all of the following:
•   Skill in the delivery of rehabilitative services to adults or children;
•   The ability to work within a provider agency's structure and accept supervision; and
•   The ability to work constructively with individuals receiving services, other providers of service, and the community; or

    ·  Two years supervised experience in mental health or human services.

    ·  Five years documented clinical experience in mental health or human services

License(s)/Certification(s):

    ·  Valid driver’s license.

    ·  Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 6 months of hire

    ·  Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training within 6 months of hire.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

    ·  Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to a wide range of client situations.

    ·  Able to accurately collect and assess information, understand ethical standards of behavioral healthcare, and utilize teaching/learning theories. 

   ·  Demonstrated excellent communication skills (orally and in writing) and presents self in a professional manner.

   ·  Able to establish effective consultative relationship with health care providers, outside agencies, co-workers, and the community. 

   ·  Able to work sensitively with clients. 

   ·  Able to handle multiple priorities, maintain composure under stress, and adapt to a fast paced changing environment.

   ·  Proficiency in the use of computer programs including Microsoft Office and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) applications