COMMUNITY INTEGRATION SPECIALIST - $5k sign on bonus!!

Lakeview Specialty Hosp•Town of Newark, WI

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Lakeview is seeking a Community Integration Specialist for its Millpond Location in Westfield, WI. This role involves providing assistance and treatment to program participants, ensuring their active participation in the rehabilitation program, and serving as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. The specialist will offer education, assistance, supervision, safety, and behavior management for the program participant population.

Requirements

Knowledge of the sequela of brain injury and other neurological disorders.
Knowledge of physical, cognitive, psychological, emotional, and/or communication disabilities.
Individuals in this role should have knowledge and experience with basic care giving.
High school diploma or equivalent may include completion of certified nursing assistant course with certificate.
Certified as CNA if CNA.

Nice To Haves

CBRF certifications preferred which include: Medication Administration, Fire Safety, First Aid/Choking and Standard Precautions.
Degree in the area of Social Services.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record preferred
Preferred at least one year of experience working within a residential based or behavioral program.

Responsibilities

Functions at all times as a therapeutic agent by demonstrating teaching, reinforcing, anticipating, interacting, and noticing program participant behavior.
Tends to the program participant immediate needs for safety and performs all aspects of participant care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Provides treatment in accordance with unit and facility policies through active participation with residents during activities, ADL's, school, work, meals, groups, etc., in a way that fosters independent functioning on the part of the resident.
Displays age-appropriate interaction skills. Actively and professionally participates in exchange of information. Interacts with family members and others in a professional manner.
Demonstrates consistent and reliable documentation on Education forms in accordance with Individual Service Plan (ISP) and prescribed treatment interventions.
Documents changes and/or unusual behaviors/situations. Completes other unit paperwork (behavior plans, checklists etc.) as required.
Demonstrates flexibility and responsibility in scheduling, coverage, and provision of clinical services to meet the needs of the residents and families.
Participates activity in all assigned training programs to meet state and company requirements. Adheres to the administrative, clinical, and human resource policies of Lakeview Specialty Hospital & Rehab. Other duties as assigned.