Family Assistant Worker

Community Counseling Center (CCC)•Cape Girardeau, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Day Treatment program provides services to youth in grades 3-12 who require a step-down or an alternative to inpatient care or partial hospitalization, or as transitional care following an inpatient or partial hospitalization stay in order to facilitate return to the community or to prevent or minimize the need for more intense or restrictive level of treatment. The Day Treatment Program provides services that are more intensive than outpatient treatment and will serve persons who need a structured, behavioral health setting for daytime activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Two (2) years of experience working with children who have a SED or have experienced abuse and neglect.
Must hold or obtain by start date, MO Class E Driver's License (Class D for IL Residents), and proof of continuous auto insurance.
Must also meet CCC's Motor Vehicle Record standards policy and have reliable transportation.
Staff must have proof of continuous auto insurance, must be able to possess a MO Class E license, and successfully complete the required CPR/First Aid and Pro-ACT Training.

Responsibilities

Attend to the needs of, and provide assistance to children during Day Treatment activities and within the community, under the direction of the Day Treatment Manager.
Give feedback regarding behavior, skills, and peer interactions during Treatment Team Meetings.
Teach skills and modeling appropriate pro-social interactions.
Provide complete and timely documentation as per policy and procedures.
Attend to the needs of children through phone calls to parents related to pick up times
Work with an integrated treatment team, including case managers, psychiatrists, and the school's administrative staff to provide consistent care.