Life Skills Instructor

Centerstone is among the nation's leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people's lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Do you want to truly make a difference in people's lives? Grow your career at Centerstone; one of the largest non-profit behavioral health agencies in the nation! If you are looking for a career start in the behavior health field, or to gain experience with a fresh opportunity with a new team you are in the right place. Centerstone is looking for compassionate Life Skills Instructors in Alton Illinois area

Life Skills Instructor:

• Provides skill building and oversight.
• Provides training to adults with behavioral health diagnosis.
• Staff advocate on the individuals' behalf to provide support with transitioning to their own independent setting.
• Highly active in participation among team members and client services.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Requires a High School diploma or equivalent and five years of experience in the behavioral health field.
• Preferred Bachelor's degree in a human services related field.
• Valid driver license and a safe driving record.
• Per funding source must be at least 21 years of age.
• Position also requires the ability to utilize necessary computer hardware and software including a working knowledge of personal computers, electronic record systems, and Microsoft Office.

Why work here?

• Career advancement opportunities.
• Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Competitive benefits package, including PTO.
• Holiday wage incentive.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Accepting applicants with experience as well as applicants who are just getting started. (Example: MHP and RSA)
• Accepting full and part time team members. Flexible shifts and hours remain our priority.
• All shifts available (Example: 8am-4pm, 4pm-12am, and 12am-8am).
• Hands on training and resources provided to complete job tasks.
• Supportive team approach to provide 24-hour service in a residential setting.

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Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.