Community Psychiatric Support Treatment (CPST) Practitioner

CPST Practitioner– Warren & Surrounding Counties

Founded in 1988 in Cincinnati, Ohio, Care Star, Inc. is a recognized leader in long-term care case management and population health. With a mission to Improve Communities by Improving Lives, we proudly serve individuals across Ohio through compassionate, high-quality care coordination. We are currently seeking a Community Psychiatric Supportive Treatment (CPST) Practitioner to join our Behavioral Health department. This is a meaningful opportunity for professionals who are passionate about helping others live healthier, more independent lives.

As a CPST Practitioner, you'll work directly with individuals to assess their needs, develop personalized care plans, and connect them with essential services and supports. You'll be part of a mission-driven team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and empowers you to make a real difference in your community.

• Adheres to the Care Star Rule in performance of job responsibilities.
• Understands and complies with Care Star Policies and Procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality as related to patient information. Any disclosures of confidential information made unlawfully outside the proper course of duty will be treated as a serious disciplinary offense.
• Follows the Acceptable Use Policy while using any information systems owned or controlled by Care Star, Inc.
• Maintains knowledge of Medicaid, of the behavioral health system and of community resources.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans and interventions supporting recovery goals.
• Coordinates and refer clients to community resources.
• Provide skills training, coaching, and modeling in areas such as daily living, coping, communication, and social skills.
• Support clients in crisis, including de-escalation and coordination with emergency or crisis services.
• Engage families and natural supports as appropriate to enhance recovery outcomes.

• Valid license or certification in a behavioral health field (e.g. LSW, LPC, MFT, RN, LISW, LPCC, LICDC) OR Qualified Behavioral Health Specialist, who possesses a Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, human services, counseling or a related field.
• Knowledge of mental illness and substance use disorders and recovery principles.
• Understanding of community behavioral health systems, supports, and resources.
• Skills in therapeutic engagement, communication and motivational approaches.
• Experience working with individuals who qualify for program services.
• Knowledge of issues affecting individuals served and community-based interventions/resources for those individuals.
• Effective interpersonal (oral and written) skills to interact professionally and ethically with all age groups from a diverse population, including differing intellectual, cultural, ethnic, psychosocial and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Ability to utilize critical thinking and independent judgement, along with multiple points of data/input to identify issues, develop solutions, and exercise judgement to meet requirements.
• Familiarity with suite of Microsoft Office programs.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize projects and be attentive to detail.
• Effective interpersonal skills with respect for others, including consumers, co-workers and other professionals within a diverse work environment.
• Demonstrates strong critical thinking and problem solving skills and flexibility in relationship to job requirements.
• Computer skills sufficient to enter and process consumer information, report preparation, and use Care Star's website and email, and familiarity with suite of Microsoft Office programs.
• Valid driver's license and car insurance as required by State law.

• Remote flexibility with meaningful community engagement
• Competitive salary based on experience and education
• Comprehensive benefits:
  Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Paid time off + 10 paid holidays
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – become a part-owner in the company
• Supportive, mission-driven culture focused on improving lives