The Brockton Multi Service Center Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) Integrated Team (IT) Program operated by the Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking a dynamic candidate who will serve as a Community Outreach Worker (MHW II) within one of our Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) teams. The ACCS MHW II will provide trauma-informed, person-centered community-based interventions that target skill development to assigned caseload of community clients. Will serve as the direct care liaison to assigned caseload and will provide services to assigned clients on an ongoing and as needed basis. Participates in the development of Community Service Plan (CSP) with assigned caseload. Completes required documentation and communicates critical & pertinent information to team.
Please note: This position is 40 hours per week. The selected candidate will work the following rotating schedule:
Weeks 1 & 2: Monday through Friday 9:30am - 6:00pm (Saturday and Sunday off)
Week 3: Tuesday through Saturday 9:30am - 6:00pm (Sunday and Monday off)
Employees in this position will be required to perform mandatory overtime.
Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):
License and/or Certification Requirements:
Possession of a current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's license is required for this function.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with people with chronic/persistent mental illness and/or substance use disorders
Experience in and/or knowledge of human services desired.
Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency
Special Requirements:
Please note in accordance with an agreement between the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Mental Health and AFSCME/Council 93, employees assigned to a work unit where the Medication Administration Program (MAP) is used are required to pass MAP certification within 6 months of entering the position or 3 examination opportunities, whichever comes first. Employees are required to maintain MAP certification as long as you are working in said program.
Mission Statement:
The Brockton Multi Service Center provides comprehensive services to mentally ill adults and children. Programs include Outpatient, Case Management, ACCS, and PACT team. The Brockton Multi service Center is a Joint Commission certified facility. In all ways we aspire to create an environment which promotes growth, recovery and independence for clients, families and employees alike.
Pre-Hire Process:
A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori.
Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.
Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.
ADA Reasonable Accommodation:
If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests
For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122, Option 4.
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have (A) at least one (1) year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in providing direct care services to individuals with a mental illness or physical disabilities or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitution below.
Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid motor vehicle driver’s license at a class level specific to assignment.
Based on assignment: Incumbents are required upon successful completion of a training program to obtain and maintain one or more of the following certifications: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), first aid, and Medication Administration Program (MAP) certification.
Substitutions:
I. An Associate’s degree or higher in psychology, human services or a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience.
Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
