Program Specialist, Independence House

ACMH INC•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Specialist at Independence House provides direct service to clients, assisting them with training in skills of daily living. This role is crucial in helping adults with serious mental illness maintain independence and well-being. The position is located in Manhattan (Washington Heights) and operates on a schedule of Sundays through Thursdays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. The organization, ACMH, is committed to the mental and physical well-being of vulnerable New Yorkers and is a leader in various support services. ACMH is also dedicated to becoming an anti-racist organization and fostering a culture of equity.

Requirements

High school diploma with some undergraduate work in psychology or high school diploma with significant experience in human services.
Experience working with adults with serious mental illness preferred.
Good organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with adults with serious mental illness

Responsibilities

Teaches skills for maintaining personal hygiene, laundry and apartment cleaning.
Monitors overall maintenance of apartments and alerts program director of maintenance problems.
Teaches skills for budgeting, shopping, meal planning, preparation and clean-up.
Teaches skills for self-preservation, monitors living units for safety and cleanliness.
Administers the client cooking safety test.
Monitors, documents and teaches self-administration of medication, according to program policy and procedures.
Report incidents or behavioral changes in residents to supervisor.
Teaches travel skills and escorts clients, where needed.
Documents services rendered and client progress in a timely manner.
Attends training as requested by supervisory staff.
Duties as assigned by supervisor.