Mental & Behavioral Health Tech-(4pm-11pm) (7a-7p& 7p-7a)(11p-8a)

$37,440 - $40,560/Yr

Little Debbie's Family Services - Port Charlotte, FL

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Port Charlotte, FL

About the position

The Mental & Behavioral Health Residential Tech position involves providing therapeutic direct care and supervision for female residents in a mental health facility. The role requires participation in daily activities, ensuring a safe environment, and maintaining compliance with regulations and policies. The position offers both part-time and full-time opportunities with various shift options, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide intense supervision and documentation of the daily activities and schedules of high-level emotionally bound teenagers.
• Perform daily inspections to ensure the facility is inspection ready at all times.
• Ensure the home is a safe environment for all residents at all times.
• Accurately administer, monitor, and record medication (prescribed/PRN).
• Transport each resident to scheduled recreational activities and school.
• Prepare approved meals for the residents and document any deviation from the menu.
• Facilitate group activities including daily basic living skills and document progress and/or lack of as needed.
• Ensure that appropriate boundaries are kept and maintained at all times between residents.
• Complete scheduled monthly fire drills during sleeping hours and hours of operation and turn in required documentation.
• Complete and turn in all required state and placing agency compliance paperwork and reporting.
• Maintain required licenses, trainings, and certifications (GA Driver's License, current CPI, CPR/First Aid, and 40 hours of annual training).
• Familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations of OPM & RCCL.
• Comply and remain abreast of the company's policies and procedures manual and program guidelines.
• Complete all job duties/requirements before the end of each shift.
• Perform all other job duties and responsibilities that will benefit the wellbeing of the residents and the program.

Requirements

• Must possess a genuine desire to work with children.
• Minimum of five years of direct care service experience with children and families.
• Must be dependable, personable, energetic, creative, and enthusiastic.
• Must be at least 25 years of age.
• Pass health, drug, driving (free from major violations), and background screenings.
• Possess a valid Georgia Driver's License.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of child development and mental disorders.
• Knowledge of children's residential care policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate and interact with the residents, families, and stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Experience driving a seven-passenger van.
• Experience preparing and serving meals.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Paid time off