Behavioral Health Support Staff

Sevita•Chandler, AZ

5d•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. 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Must be 21 years of age
Must have valid driver’s license in good standing
Must be able to obtain a level one fingerprint card
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
States may have additional requirements

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.