ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Established in 1970, Boley Centers, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization serving individuals with mental disabilities, individuals and families who are homeless, Veterans and youth in Pinellas County. Boley Centers, Inc., a nationally recognized and accredited behavioral health care agency, has an opening for a part-time Veteran Support Specialist.
SCHEDULE
Monday - Thursday, 12 pm - 5 pm
PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS
- Assist the Recovery Team with assessing strengths and needs of veterans in the program by directly observing/teaching skills.
- Assist with recovery plans that seek to restore a veteran’s functioning in key roles in life such as work, family and community.
- Communicate veterans' needs to the Team and report unusual events, activities and incidents to supervisor or appropriate Team member.
- Assist veterans to access resources in the community such as recreational activities, work, medical, dental, etc.
- Mentor veterans in role recovery activities such as symptom management, relapse prevention, stress reduction and work readiness.
- Directly transport and teach public transportation to veterans to support independence.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High school diploma/GED equivalency required.
Minimum of one year of responsible work experience, preferably involving interactions with veterans/military.
Knowledge of recovery model, counseling techniques, verbal crisis intervention and mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders preferred.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Valid Florida driver's license, own vehicle and proof of auto insurance required.
Must pass a Level 2 background check and drug screen.
Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse helps ensure that caregivers, health workers, and educators meet Level 2 background screening standards before they can work with children, seniors, or other vulnerable groups. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.
Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. Veterans encouraged to apply. Boley Centers is a drug-free workplace that adheres to federal regulations as it pertains to marijuana use. EOE/ADA/VETERANS/DFWP