Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) Classroom Instructor

**JOB CATEGORY: PSR / SUPPORT CARE / DEVELOPMENTAL CARE / COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE** **POSITION SUMMARY:** This position works in a variety of settings to provide individual training including the major components of basic living skills development, psychosocial skills training and therapeutic socialization. ### Qualifications **REQUIREMENTS** **EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:** - Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Rehabilitation, Education, Special Education or a related field; OR Associate’s degree in Human Services or related field, plus two years’ experience in providing services in the functional area taught (e.g., psychosocial education, basic living skills, etc.); OR High school diploma or GED and four years’ experience providing services in the functional area being taught; **AND** minimum of one year experience working with individuals with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) or co-occurring (SMI and Substance Abuse) disorders. **OR** Qualification as a Certified Peer Specialist: - 18 Years of age or older. - High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. - Must self-identify as a current or former consumer of mental health and/or substance abuse services. - Must have demonstrated mental health or substance abuse recovery of two years and can provide written certification. **CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:** - If qualifies as a Certified Peer Specialist, must have certification as a Certified Peer Specialist through the approved state of New Mexico certification program. Must obtain certification by date of hire and maintain current throughout employment. - Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times. **SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:** This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment: - According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, “Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements,” this position must comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee’s PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH. - TB Test (and upon exposure in accordance with PMS Policies). - Criminal Records Check. **$500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS** **BONUSES** - All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements. **ABOUT PMS** - Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico. - Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs. - We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico. - We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state. - PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan. **WHY PMS?** - Mission-driven organization - Competitive salaries - Nine paid holidays and generous PTO - Medical, dental & vision insurance - Free Life & LTD coverage - Free discretionary pension plan contribution - Employee recognition and engagement activities - Robust training program - Tuition Reimbursement **EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability**