AuSable Valley Community Mental Health Authority has many opportunities for those looking to make a difference in the lives of our community members by providing beneficial and cost-effective services to our consumers. AVCMHA provides State funded public mental health services to Iosco, Ogemaw, and Oscoda counties in northern Michigan. Services are provided to people with an Intellectual or Developmental Disability (I/DD), a Serious Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI), and/or those who may be Seriously Emotionally Disturbed (SED).

The right person will have the ability to demonstrate knowledge of, follow and utilize agency policies and procedures. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed within the organizational Job Description for this position are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule and travel throughout the Board's coverage area and, at times, around different areas of the state. Possession of a driver's license valid in the State of Michigan, vehicle insurance as required by Michigan Law, and a good driving record; be a U.S. Citizen or have possession of necessary papers allowing holder to work legally within the United States.

Excellent Benefit Package includes:

• PTO (paid time off) Accrual Program
• Paid Holidays
• BC/BS PPO Medical Benefits
• Health Savings Account
• Flex Savings Account
• Dental
• Vision
• Pension Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Student Loan Payment Assistance
• Term Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• AFLAC

• Note: If there are no Full-time opportunities available at the time of your application/inquiry, we strongly suggest seeking a SUBSTITUTE Community Living Support position @ avcmh.org as these provide you with the required training and opportunities that may lead to Regular Full-Time Positions.

• If you are having issues applying for a position or have questions about applying, email [email protected]

Education and/or Experience:

• High School or Associate degree
• One year experience in the mental health field

Works with individuals served receiving B3 services and/or specific waiver services to assure all necessary supports and services are provided to enable the individual to achieve community inclusion and participation, productivity, and independence in home and community based settings. Responsible for advocacy, coordination, and linkage of services to provide continued care and to avoid rigidity, fragmentation, misuse and/or inaccessibility of services. Must possess the ability to link the individuals served to services and coordinate the various services to achieve successful outcomes. Provides services to assist the individuals served in gaining access to needed medical, social, education, therapeutic, and other support services. Major functions and core elements of the role includes service plan development, linking and coordination of services, reassessment/follow-up and monitoring of services and advocacy.