Mental Health Technician - Weekends

WELLSTONE•Hazel Green, AL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

In this position, employees care for clients in a group home setting. They work with individuals on living, social, and financial skills. They are also involved in the treatment of clients. Our Mental Health Technician's will learn proper documentation techniques and other state and federal standards followed by the Department of Mental Health. This position will be working Saturdays and Sundays, 7:00AM - 7:00PM.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Basic computer skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Acceptable 3-year Motor Vehicle Report with valid driver’s license
Certified in CPR, SAMA, and MAC (or ability to obtain)

Nice To Haves

Compassionate towards those impacted by behavioral health disorders.
Dedicated to one another through collaboration and teamwork.
Optimistic problem-solvers who do what it takes to get the job done.

Responsibilities

In the absence of the House Supervisor, assume supervisory authority of the direct care of the residents in the facility.
Provide consistent instruction, guidance, encouragement, and reinforcement to the residents of the home.
Regularly implement basic living skills training objectives and document progress in the Electronic Health Record.
Help to coordinate resident activities in the home and in the community.
Regularly complete documentation of staff notes, incident reports, injury reports, shift observations, and other reports as required by the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH).
Regularly encourage and assist residents in the preparation of nutritious meals per the posted menus and completes meal preparations if residents cannot.
Ensure residents comply with home rules, maintain a clean and safe environment to include the performance of housekeeping and assist clients when necessary.
Demonstrate good safety skills, including fire drills, emergency procedures, and back safety techniques.
Promote a positive work environment, including positive relationships with supervisors, residents, and their families and co-workers.
Supervise the administration of medication and document appropriately.
Attend staff meetings, in-service meetings, and trainings as required and remain current on all certifications required for employment.
Work as scheduled.
Correctly complete and submit time sheets and leave requests per policy.
Report any facility or maintenance issues and assist in maintaining the facility, equipment, and vehicles.
Complete other duties as assigned.