Mental Health Technician at WELLSTONE

Hazel Green, Alabama, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mental Health Care, Documentation, Communication, Teamwork, Crisis Prevention, Medication Administration, Living Skills Training, Housekeeping, Safety Procedures, Meal Preparation, Supervision, Community Coordination, Incident Reporting, Time Management, Encouragement, Guidance

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Job Details Level: Entry Job Location: Hazel Green, AL 35750 Position Type: Part Time Education Level: High School Diploma Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: 1st Shift (Weekends) Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services Job Description: Mental Health Technicians in our residential facilities care for clients in a group home setting while working with individuals on living, social, and financial skills and treatment direction/follow through all while being a key support staff to our therapeutic team. Our Mental Health Technicians learn proper documentation techniques and other state and federal standards followed by the Alabama Department of Mental Health. This is a part-time position working Saturdays and Sundays, 7AM to 7PM. What you'll be doing: In the absence of the House Supervisor, assume supervisory authority of the direct care of the residents in the facility. Provide consistent instruction, guidance, encouragement, and reinforcement to the residents of the home. Regularly implements basic living skills training objectives and document progress in the Electronic Health Record. Help to coordinate resident activities in the home and in the community. Regularly complete documentation of staff notes, incident reports, injury reports, shift observations, and other reports as required by the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH). Regularly encourages and assists residents in the preparation of nutritious meals per the posted menus and completes meal preparations if residents cannot. May be required to lift approximately 50 lbs. Ensure residents comply with home rules, maintain a clean and safe environment to include the performance of housekeeping, assist clients when necessary. Demonstrate good safety skills, including fire drills, emergency procedures, and back safety techniques Promotes a positive work environment, including positive relationships with supervisors, residents, and their families and co-workers. Supervise the administration of medication and document appropriately. Attends staff meetings, in-service meetings, and trainings as required and remain current on all certifications required for employment. Work as scheduled. Correctly complete and submit time sheets and leave requests per policy. Report any facility or maintenance issues and assist in maintaining the facility, equipment, and vehicles. Complete other duties as assigned. This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job and is not designed to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible duties, tasks, or responsibilities that are required of the employee as they may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Qualifications What we're looking for: High School Diploma or GED Familiar with Microsoft Office and basic computer skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent 5-year Driving Record (must have valid driver’s license) Certified in (or ability to obtain) CPR Medication Assistant Certification (MAC 1) Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) We are compassionate towards those impacted by behavioral health disorders. We are dedicated to one another through collaboration and teamwork. We are optimistic problem-solvers who do what it takes to get the job done.

Responsibilities

Mental Health Technicians provide care for clients in a group home setting, assisting with living, social, and financial skills. They also document progress, supervise medication administration, and ensure a safe environment.