Behavioral Health Support Specialist

Operation PAR's Adult Residential program

FIRST SHIFT - 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Operation PAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering the full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders.  PAR has been providing comprehensive behavioral health treatment in west Florida since 1970 through advocacy, education, clinical services, and research.

BENEFITS:

• 9 paid holidays per year
• 3 weeks of PTO per year (on top of holidays).  PTO increases to 4 weeks/year after 2 years of employment, and then to 5 weeks/year after 5 years of employment.
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• 401k matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Entry level client serving position for individuals with limited counseling skills and/or experience. Involves responsibility for the health, safety, and security of clients assigned. Involves transportation of clients in an approved agency vehicle. Under appropriate supervision, may provide information and education to clients in a group setting. Provides 24-hour coverage during assigned shift.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma, some college preferred.
• One (1) year experience in treatment, counseling education, or related field preferred.

A comparable amount of training, education, or experience may be substituted for the above minimum qualifications.

SCHEDULE:

7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS:
Current Florida driver's license (Class D).
Must be cleared by PAR auto insurance carrier to operate PAR vehicles.
Current CPR and First Aid Certification. Must pass background and fingerprinting checks. HIV/AIDS training required every two years.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.  Veterans encouraged to apply. Operation PAR Inc is a drug-free workplace that adheres to federal regulations as it pertains to marijuana use.

EOE/ADA/VETERANS/DFWP

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Morning shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Largo, FL 33771 (Required)

Work Location: In person