If you want job flexibility and to make a difference in the community, join Acenda Integrated Health as a Family Support Specialist

You'd be joining a team focused on healing our communities!

Acenda is an integrated health care agency dedicated to industry-leading prevention, treatment and wellness services compassionately delivered to ensure that every individual, family and community achieves their greatest potential.

What you'll do

• Provide onsite support to families while their loved one is being assessed, educate them as to what expect in an acute care setting
• Reduce the stress of families coping with a mentally ill loved one, especially during times of crisis when their loved one is being psychiatrically screened
• Link the family with on-going recovery orientated family support services that can teach them the necessary skills that can help reduce the stress in the family
• Provide follow-up calls to families to encourage the use of IFSS services
• Participate in innovative initiatives designed to engage communities in care and treatment
• Collaborate with Acenda team members to implement evidence-based recovery services

What we provide

• Flexibility with your work setting and hours
• Competitive salary and 401k with a match
• Career advancement opportunities including participation in an Acenda leadership development program
• Year-end performance bonuses
• Health, vision and dental coverage for you and your family
• Generous number of vacation days each year
• An innovative culture which allows you to grow and learn with the agency

What you'll bring to the team

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline
• Must have strong clinical skills and a minimum of two years' supervisory experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in order to motivate and engage your team as well as be an effective leader across the agency
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, use of an insured vehicle and an acceptable driving record
• Professionalism and a commitment to excellence in care

Together we'll be:

• A passionate, innovative, care-focused team, working collaboratively and creatively to ensure the health and wellness of individuals and families in our communities

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