Individual Skill Developer

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Job Location

Community Intervention Team - Madison, WI

Individual Skill Developer

Reports To: Program Supervisor

Department: Community Intervention Team (CIT) & Enso Residences

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Status: Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

Shift/Schedule: $23-25/hr

Position Summary

The Individual Skill Developer (ISD) provides direct, person-centered, and recovery-focused services to adults living with mental health and/or substance use challenges. The ISD supports members in building practical skills that promote independence, housing stability, and overall quality of life. Services are delivered in alignment with each member’s individualized recovery plan within the Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) program.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

Persons occupying this position must be able to perform all essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Essential Functions:

Provide individualized skill development and enhancement services, including:

Communication, interpersonal effectiveness, problem-solving, decision-making, self-regulation, and conflict resolution.
Daily living skills such as personal care, household management, financial literacy, shopping, cooking, and safe use of transportation.
Accessing and navigating community resources, including healthcare, employment, education, and social supports.

Deliver services through methods such as modeling, mentoring, monitoring, cueing, and hands-on assistance in real-life settings.
Provide services one-on-one and in small groups to promote social connection and peer support.
Collaborate closely with case managers, clinical staff, and ancillary providers to ensure services are coordinated, consistent, and recovery-oriented.
Support members in developing skills that enhance housing stability, community integration, and self-sufficiency.
Maintain accurate, strengths-based, and timely documentation of all services provided in compliance with CCS, Medicaid, and agency standards.
Participate in regular supervision, staff meetings, and required training to support ongoing development and adherence to best practices.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
Degree in human services, social work, psychology, or a related field preferred; other fields may be considered with relevant experience.
Experience working with adults who have mental health and/or substance use challenges preferred.
Ability to build trusting, professional relationships with members from diverse backgrounds.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to model and teach practical life skills.
Problem-solving ability, flexibility, and creativity in supporting members’ individualized needs.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to transport members when necessary.
Must meet all state and agency background check and training requirements for CCS providers.
Valid Driver's License
Pass a criminal background check and be free of offenses prohibiting employment under HSF12 at the time of employment, and annually thereafter.

Work Environment

This position requires meeting members in a variety of settings, including their homes, community spaces, and program facilities. Some flexibility in scheduling is required to accommodate member needs.

Physical Requirements

Lift and carry objects such as boxes, bags, or other materials up to 25 lbs

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