Behavioral Health Support Staff

Sevita • Glendale, AZ

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role provides assistance and strategies to the individuals we serve to live as independently as possible. You will make a difference every day and help to provide quality of life-enhancing services to the individuals we serve.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must be 21 years of age
• Valid driver’s license in good standing
• Able to obtain a level one fingerprint card
• States may have additional requirements
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills
• A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach

Nice To Haves

• Six months of experience in human services preferred

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.
• Job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED