Behavioral Health Support Staff Full-Time

Sevita • Glendale, AZ

132d • $16

About The Position

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You'll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived. Northwoods Group Home located near (43rd Ave & Cactus) Pay Rate: $16 per hour. Would you like to make a difference in someone's life? Based in community, vocational, or in-home settings, and working closely with our clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans, this role provides assistance and strategies to the individuals we serve to live as independently as possible. Provide assistance with daily activities that range from socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community integration, shopping, citizenship, and other activities of daily living. Accurately documents progress and activity; reviews records and logs to stay up-to-date with changes in service plans. Provide clinical expertise which may include knowledge for specialized populations, such as intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injury, emotional or behavioral disability, or expertise in special disciplines such as behavioral support, early intervention, crisis intervention, or others. May accompany individuals we serve to medical appointments; relay orders and information to and from medical providers. Travel between sites, to individual's homes, and may accompany them into the community.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Six months of experience in human services preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with daily activities including socialization, behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community integration, shopping, and citizenship.
• Accurately document progress and activity; review records and logs to stay up-to-date with changes in service plans.
• Provide clinical expertise for specialized populations such as intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injury, emotional or behavioral disability.
• Accompany individuals to medical appointments and relay orders and information to and from medical providers.
• Travel between sites, to individuals' homes, and accompany them into the community.

Benefits

• Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: High school or GED