CSG·Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
The associate supports individuals in achieving recovery by conducting assessments and implementing individual support plans. They facilitate group activities and transport clients to community-based resources while applying trauma-informed care principles.
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The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Associate is responsible for assisting and supporting the individual in achieving their identified level of recovery. This position meets the regulation requirements of a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker. The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Associate reports directly to the Program Director.
This position is part of our Adult Mental Health (MH) Services Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program.
Monday-Friday, 8am - 4:30pm.
$20.00/hour
Coordinates and/or completes initial and ongoing assessments of individuals.
Coordinates and/or develops, reviews, and ensures implementation of individual support plans.
Assesses, evaluates, and documents individual performance.
Assists individuals to identify their abilities, strengths, and assets and helps them to recognize these strengths and use them to achieve their goals.
Implements rehabilitation team decisions in all program settings and contributes to the team process.
Facilitates group process and activity within the program.
Transports individuals to community based activities.
Willing to learn and model the five principles of trauma informed care; safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment.
Commitment to promote cultural, racial, language and gender access, diversity, equity and inclusion.
Knowledge and the ability to comply with the Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (PRS) Code of Ethics and statements of rights.
Qualifications: This position requires one of the following combinations of education and experience:
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with academic concentration in an area relevant to the position; OR
an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university and one year work experience in mental health direct service; OR
have a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certificate and one additional year paid or volunteer work experience in mental health direct service; OR
have a high school diploma or equivalency and 2 years work experience in human services which must include 1 year of mental illness direct care experience.
Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to drive a passenger van, accompany individuals into the community, and provide support and assistance in interactions in the community while maintaining sensitivity to the rights and dignity of the individual.
Health Insurance & Benefits availability will vary.
Make a positive impact not only in someone else's life but in your own life by becoming a valued member of the CSG Team!
Community Services Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse, inclusive workforce.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in Pennsylvania often seek candidates with direct patient care experience, and roles can be more competitive when applicants also bring phlebotomy certification or experience in crisis, detox, or acute psychiatric settings. This posting requires a high school diploma or GED plus at least one year of patient care experience, and the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you’re considering applying, review whether your experience matches the setting and be ready to highlight any behavioral-health or phlebotomy background.