CARE Team Member - Residential Specialist

HUMAN SERVICE AGENCY•Watertown, SD

8d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The C.A.R.E. Program provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to individuals living with severe and persistent mental illness. Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to empower individuals to develop the skills and supports needed to live as independently as possible and participate successfully in their communities. The Residential Specialist plays a vital role by providing direct residential support and services to individuals in the program. This position helps promote independence, recovery, and overall well-being by assisting individuals in achieving their personal goals within a supportive residential environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Valid South Dakota driver's license required.
This position requires access to Electronic Personal Health Information (EPHI). Current HSA Policies and Procedures apply. It is the responsibility of the employee to read, understand, and comply with HSA policies and procedures that apply to protected information and security. Questions about EPHI and HSA Policies should be directed to the HSA Security Officer.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Social Services, Human Services, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides specialized treatment, assistance, education, rehabilitation, and support services as part of a comprehensive team to C.A.R.E. team/Transitional Residence clients.
Participates as part of a comprehensive team in the treatment planning process and monitors client progress in meeting the goals and objective of the treatment plan.
Assists C.A.R.E. team/Transitional Residence clients in improving their social and residential adjustment and in developing and strengthening of daily living skills.
Provides transportation for C.A.R.E. team/Transitional Residence clients.
Provides social and recreational programming for C.A.R.E. team/Transitional Residence clients.
Assists and supervises C.A.R.E. team/Transitional Residence clients completing daily household chores, meal preparation, and other tasks.
Provides appropriate medication education and administration in accordance with applicable regulations.
Maintains records of medication and other unusual incidents in accordance with applicable regulations.
Other duties as assigned consistent with non-exempt functions.