Community Psychiatric Support Treatment (CPST) Practitioner

CPST Practitioner– Warren & Surrounding Counties

Company: CareStar, Inc.
Location: Warren County, Ohio (and surrounding areas)
Job Type: Full Time | Remote with Field Visits
Industry: Healthcare / Social Services / Case Management

About the Opportunity at CareStar

Founded in 1988 in Cincinnati, Ohio, CareStar, 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Adheres to the CareStar Rule in performance of job responsibilities.

• Understands and complies with CareStar 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 CareStar, 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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 CareStar’s website and email, and familiarity with suite of Microsoft Office programs.

• Valid driver’s license and car insurance as required by State law.

Why Join CareStar?

• 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

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