Forensic Residential Specialist (Shift 1) (1364)

LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER•Clermont, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forensic Residential Specialist position is integral to the efficient functioning of the assigned Department. The Forensic Residential Specialist will, by virtue of the role, have primary individual contact and, in that role, will have influence on the individual safety and well-being of the consumer. As such, the Forensic Residential Specialist is a professional staff member responsible for maintaining a secure and safe work environment in cooperation with other professional staff members.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of Two (2) years of prior experience in a mental health setting is required
Strong understanding of forensic mental health and the criminal justice system.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective interaction with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
Ability to assess and manage risk factors associated with forensic clients.
Proficiency in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for maintaining accurate documentation and reports.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of One (1) year of experience working with the chronically mentally ill in an acute psychiatric setting preferred

Responsibilities

Help with the admission of individuals, including taking urine analysis, blood alcohol content, and contraband search, if necessary, body check, checking for hazardous objects, listing valuables and personal possessions, and orienting the individual to the Department.
Observe all individuals closely to ensure coverage in the supervision of consumers as assigned by each department, this will require an array of coverage from occasional oversight to constant oversight.
Monitor compliance of medication to ensure compliance is maintained
Monitor consumer for undesirable side-effects to medication and inform appropriate professional when necessary
Monitor consumer meal and compliance for special needs/prescribed diet
Complete necessary progress notes on consumers timely
Provide support to consumers with daily living skills as appropriate; assist clinician in the provision of group therapy and everyday living skills training as appropriate
Assist consumers and fellow staff during recreational activities with consumers