MIR - PT EOW Mental Health Tech - N bham(Night)

JEFFERSON BLOUNT ST CLAIR MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY•Birmingham, AL

15d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides individual care, instruction, and supervision to residents in a Mental Illness Residential Program. Serves as a direct caregiver to a group of 3–30 clients, depending on the specific cost center, and works directly with the Program Coordinator/Home Coordinator and staff on duty. This is a part-time position in North Birmingham, with a night shift every other Saturday and Sunday from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m.

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.
Successful completion of 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 relate to client needs in individual and group settings.
Self-motivation and ability to function without continuing direct supervision.
Ability to make pertinent statements orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Provide direct client care to residents of the 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 in accordance with the schedule.
Document accurately and promptly in the electronic health record.
Administer medication and adhere to the Nurse Delegation program.
Complete required administrative and client-related paperwork.
Meet attendance and punctuality expectations and appropriately monitor and update the timecard.
Maintain all required credentials.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.