Friday, June 24, 2011

Position Closed-Personal Services Specialist-San Luis Obispo & South County

Program: Full Service Partnership

Job Summary:
Under the general direction of the FSP Team Leader, the Personal Services Specialist works as one half of a team to manager a caseload of 15-20 adults with serious mental illness.  The Personal Services Specialist will be responsible for crisis care, case management service delivery, individual rehabilitation activities, day to day skills building, transportation to shopping and appointments and all other aspects required to help the clients maintain stability.

Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in a related human services field and 6 month related experience OR at-least two years related experience. Strong interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills; ability to handle difficult situations, display good judgement and decision making skills, and remain calm and clearheaded under pressure; well-defines organizational and time management skills.  Conditions of employment include: must be at least 18 years of age; possess a valid CA Driver’s License, minimum 2 years driving experience, reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, and DMV driving record that meets TMHA’s current vehicle insurance requirements.  May be required to utilize personal vehicle and auto insurance.  At the time of hire, other conditions of employment are to comply with a T.B. skin test or chest x-ray indicating a negative tuberculosis result, and receipt of a criminal record clearance through fingerprinting.  Must be able to successfully complete First Aid and CPR training.

Compensation:
Full time position, 40 hours per week. Benefit eligible.  $15.36-$20.88 per hour, DOE

All candidates must complete and submit an application to be considered for an interview. Applications can be picked up from, and submitted to our main office at 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo OR printed from this webpage.