Behavioral Health Specialist (QMHS) – Permanent Supportive Housing

Description

What We're Looking For

As a Behavioral Health Specialist assigned to Permanent Supportive Housing, you will provide community-based behavioral health services and care coordination to individuals participating in Third Street's Permanent Supportive Housing Program. You will help residents maintain stable housing, increase independence, access community resources, and address barriers that may affect their health and well-being.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide community-based behavioral health interventions, supportive services, and care coordination. 
• Support residents in maintaining stable housing and developing independent living skills. 
• Assist residents with accessing housing, healthcare, benefits, transportation, financial assistance, and other community resources. 
• Complete housing-related activities, including inspections, income verifications, lease renewals, and move-in/move-out processes. 
• Maintain required resident documentation and records in accordance with organizational, program, and regulatory requirements. 
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, community agencies, landlords, and other partners to support resident needs. 
• Assist with crisis situations and identify concerns that may affect a resident's safety, housing stability, or overall well-being. 
• Use a person-centered, recovery-oriented, and strengths-based approach when working with residents. 
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, training, and ongoing competency development. 
• Maintain compliance with applicable HUD, ADAMH, Medicaid, CARF, OMHAS, HRSA, and organizational requirements.

What We Offer

Attending to your needs today:

• Your ideas, input, and contributions are valued and recognized.
• Excellent clinical, administrative, and management support.
• Forward-thinking, collaborative, transparent, and inclusive company culture.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Competitive Market Value Compensation.
• Generous Paid Time Off.

Protecting your future:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability

Third Street is an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the communities and patients we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please direct your inquiries to [email protected] or call 419-522-6191 ext. 2201

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Meets Ohio Medicaid requirements for Qualified Mental Health Specialist (QMHS).
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to obtain BLS certification and complete credentialing within 90 days of hire.

About Us:

Third Street is a patient-centered medical home driving change in the community. We adapt to the needs of those we serve while building services to fill gaps in care to invest in a healthier future for all. At Third Street, we provide high-quality care through the continual learning of our employees and by building a diverse team. We value our employees, communicate our expectations, and train our team on best practices.

Organizational Information:

• Established in 1994, Third Street Family Health Services is a regional not-for-profit community health center providing medical, dental, OB/GYN, pediatric, community outreach, and behavioral health services across eleven locations in Richland, Marion, Ashland, and Crawford counties. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive health and wellness care, accessible to all in the communities we serve. We believe that the health status of our community can be improved by providing accessible and affordable health care, advocacy, and community health initiatives.
• We provide patient-centered care and provide our services with respect, integrity, and accountability top of mind. For more information, visit tsfhs.org or find them on Facebook or Twitter.

Mission:

To deliver comprehensive health and wellness care, accessible to all in the communities we serve.