Psychosocial Rehabilitation Technician (Children's PRT)

Region 8 Mental Health•Canton, MS

About The Position

PSYCHOSOCIAL REHABILITATION TECHNICIAN (Children's Day Treatment Program CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK Psychosocial Rehabilitation Technicians are responsible for facilitating program activities with consumers enrolled in day treatment programs. This position may require operation of a bus or van to transport consumers to and from the day treatment programs. The work involves constant monitoring and supervision of consumers for ensuring their safety, well-being and improvement in daily functioning.

Requirements

Must possess at a minimum a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must have a valid Mississippi driver’s license.
Must pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Represent Region 8 and Region 8 Administration in a positive manner at all times both internally and externally.
Always lead by example and be a positive role model for coworkers.
Maintains documentation as evidence that all duties are completed in accordance with program requirements contained in the Department of Mental Health Operational Standards.
Maintains proper training, continuing education, qualifications, and other certifications required for this position as written in the Department of Mental Health Operational Standards.
Supervise consumers in day treatment activities, including meal and snack preparation, clerical duties and maintenance.
Meet regularly with day treatment staff to increase consumer participation.
Assist staff with menu preparation, food inventory, shopping and ordering of supplies as necessary.
Assist in supervision of consumers while on field trips.
Transportation of consumers as directed by supervisor
All other duties as assigned by Supervisors.