MIR - PT Mental Health Tech - Magnilia (Night)

JEFFERSON BLOUNT ST CLAIR MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY•Hoover, AL

21d

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician provides individual care, instruction, and supervision to residents in a Mental Illness Residential Program, serving as a direct caregiver to a group of 3–30 clients depending on the cost center. The role works directly with the Program Coordinator or Home Coordinator and other staff on duty. The posting describes weekend schedules at two locations: every Saturday and Sunday, 8 p.m.–8 a.m., at Woodlawn; or every other Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m.–8 p.m., at Avondale.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid Alabama driver's license and a driving record acceptable to the agency's automobile insurance carrier for inclusion on the agency policy.
Ability to be certified and maintain certification in the Nurse Delegation program.
Successfully pass a background check and drug screening.
Ability to lead clients in group activities and supervise and direct their work.
Ability to evaluate problem situations involving recipient care and treatment.
Ability to work harmoniously with staff and clients and respond to clients' needs individually and in groups.
Ability to work without continuing direct supervision.
Ability to communicate pertinent information orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care to residents in a group home, residential setting, or treatment program.
Monitor, supervise, and train residents in daily and independent living skills.
Provide support services for the home and residents.
Transport clients according to schedule.
Complete accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record.
Administer medication and follow the Nurse Delegation program.
Complete required administrative and client-related paperwork.
Attend meetings, meet punctuality expectations, and appropriately monitor and update timecards.
Maintain all required credentials.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.