Direct Care Staff

COUNTY OF LAPEER•Lapeer Township, MI

3d•$18 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs a variety of direct service functions for persons served who are enrolled in day program services, including services for adults with developmental disabilities and adults with serious mental illnesses. Lapeer County Community Mental Health embraces an employment environment that promotes recovery and discovery, a person-centered approach to treatment/services, and cultural competence. An employee with this or any position is expected to support the employment environment.

Requirements

High school graduation.
Ability to write and speak effectively.
Possession of a valid Michigan’s driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Prefer experience working with adults with mental health disabilities (developmental disabilities and/or serious mental illnesses).

Responsibilities

Directly supervises consumers during program activities (both on site and during community outings).
Carries out daily program plans as prescribed through the individual plan of service of the person served and as assigned by the supervisor.
Provides transportation services when necessary.
Assists with personal care needs of persons served
Assists persons served with the administration of medication as prescribed.
Assists with the preparation of daily programming, organizing and assembling materials, and proper cleanup and storage of materials.
Participates in person centered planning-related meetings as requested.
Documents the progress of persons served through the completion of clinical service notes.
Completes other agency documentation as required.
Participates in training and continuing education opportunities as assigned.
Other duties as assigned by the Mental Health Supervisor.