Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services Aide (PRSA) Day Shift at Transitional Care Management

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

17.5

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patience, Empathy, Guidance, Problem-Solving, Listening, Activity Leadership, De-escalation, Behavioral Support, Reliability, Kindness

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description Start Date: ASAP, we have a new employee orientation class starting soon Orientation Note: Our New Employee Orientations are held every other Wednesday, starting at 10:30am. You will need to attend the full day. Hourly Wage: $17.50/hour Shift: 8 hour shifts; Full-time day shift Schedule: 7am-3pm, with an every other weekend rotation Part Time will require: 2-3 shifts per week with every other weekend rotation Community Care Center is a skilled nursing facility that cares for adults who need extra support. Some of our residents are here short term to recover after surgery or illness. Others live with us long term, including those with Alzheimer’s or memory loss. We also have a unit that cares for those suffering from mental illness. Every person here depends on us, and we take that responsibility to heart. At Community Care Center, you are more than a job title. You are part of a team that truly makes a difference. Whether you are preparing meals, keeping our building clean, or helping create a comfortable space, your work brings dignity, comfort, and connection to the people who call Community Care Center home. You don’t need years of experience to make an impact here; kindness, reliability, and pride in your work go a long way. Be part of something meaningful. Your work here changes lives. Why You’ll Love Working Here: 🤗 Friendly, family-like team: coworkers who support and respect one another 🏡 Meaningful work: Every task you do helps make someone’s day better. 😊 Positive environment: A happy, welcoming place where you’re valued. Job Description Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services Aide (PRSA) – Make a Real Difference Every Day! Help people with mental health challenges build skills, confidence, and independence. As a PRSA, you’ll cheer on progress every step of the way. Your days won’t be boring. One moment you might be helping someone practice daily living skills - like cooking, organizing, or getting to appointments. The next, you could be leading a fun group activity, or encouraging someone through a tough moment, or brainstorming ways to tackle a big life goal... You’ll be part cheerleader, part coach, part problem-solver. This role is hands-on and people-focused. You’ll spend your time listening, guiding, and celebrating the wins (big and small) with the people you serve. If you’re positive, dependable, and ready to roll up your sleeves to help others succeed, this could be your perfect fit. What you’ll do: Support people in learning everyday skills and building confidence. Help lead groups or one-on-one activities. De-escalate and divert attention from challenging behavioral situations If you’ve got patience, empathy, and a good sense of humor, you’ll thrive here. Bring your positive energy — our residents are eager to meet you. Qualifications Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services Aide (PRSA): officially, we title this job a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services Aide (RA), but in other centers it may be called a Mental or Behavioral Health Aide, Social Services Aide, or a Mental Health Technician (MHT). What we need from you: Prior experience as a PRSA is strongly preferred High School diploma or GED equivalent required Patience, empathy, and ability to support individuals with mental health challenges Ability to handle physical demands, such as assisting clients with mobility or transportation CNA certification is nice, but not required Experience with Point Click Care (PCC) is helpful Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment physical and criminal history background check Additional Information Note: This overview/Ad is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. More information will be disclosed during your interview and on the formal Job Description. This center is managed by TRANSITIONAL CARE MANAGEMENT. We currently provide comprehensive management services to several inpatient healthcare centers throughout Northern IL & the Chicagoland area. These settings include Long-term Care Skilled Nursing (SNFs), Short-term Care Rehabilitation, Intermediate Care (ICFs), and Behavioral Health Service (SMHRFs) centers. Each center is unique; offering you a variety of long-term career opportunities. Name of Location/Facility: Community Care Center Status of Employment: Full Time Job Title: Psych / Rehab Services Assistant (PRSA) Shift Type: Day Shift (7am-3pm) Represented position?: This is a Represented Position. Union membership requirements will be applied as per the current Union Contract with this center. Department: Behavioral Health Compensation: USD 17.50 - USD 17.50 - hourly

Responsibilities

The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services Aide will support individuals with mental health challenges in building daily living skills, confidence, and independence through coaching and guidance. Responsibilities include leading group or one-on-one activities and managing challenging behavioral situations through de-escalation techniques.