Adult Attendant Care
About The Position
SCMHCC is recruiting one adult attendant care provider for its Augusta/Andover catchment. The Attendant Care / Psychosocial Rehabilitation worker assists consumers in compensating for or eliminating functional deficits and interpersonal or environmental barriers associated with mental illness. The aim is to support the fullest possible integration of clients as active and productive members of their families, communities, and/or cultures, with the least amount of ongoing professional intervention. The provider is expected to deliver exceptional care and follow the values of humility, optimism, and a strong work ethic. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This description covers essential job functions, general supplemental functions, and essential requirements, but is not exhaustive. Other duties may be assigned, and management may add to or change duties at any time.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to communicate positively and effectively with others.
- Ability to work independently and contribute productively as part of a team.
- Dependable vehicle.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Proof of insurance.
- Must pass criminal background and driver’s license checks to SCMH’s satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Provide face-to-face interventions with the client present, individually or in a group setting, to help the client progress toward treatment goals.
- Teach clients social and interpersonal skills to increase community tenure, enhance personal relations, establish support networks, increase community awareness, develop coping strategies, and function effectively in social environments including home, work, and school.
- Write accurate progress notes that reflect progress toward treatment plan goals and submit them weekly.
- Work collaboratively with the treatment team and family.
- Maintain and submit required reports and paperwork accurately and on time.
- React appropriately in a wide variety of stressful situations.
- Keep the supervisor informed about unusual situations involving clients.
- Participate in training required by SCMHCC.
- Consistently maintain scheduled client appointments.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor(s).
Benefits
- $500 sign-on bonus for a 12-month commitment.
- 401(k) participation.
- 401(k) salary match of up to 5% after one year of employment.
- Eligible for paid vacation after six months of employment.
- Paid sick leave accrual begins at hire.
- Employer-paid life insurance and LTD after one year of employment.
- Low-cost employee health insurance options.
- No-cost employee dental coverage.
- At least 10 paid holidays per calendar year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
