26-1643 Resident Technician/AMHS-SIP
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Residential Services Coordinator, Adult Mental Health Services, the Resident Technician assists with the personal care and treatment of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness who live in a residential or supported independent living setting. The role implements skill acquisition and applies an understanding of stages of change and substance use disorders in relation to each individual’s plan of service, with the goal of supporting residents to become as independent as possible. The technician also serves as a resource and referral for residents and provides transportation to activities and appointments when needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Receive and maintain Department of Community Health Group Home Skill Training certification; training is paid and completed through CMHA-CEI.
- Ability to understand written instructions.
- Ability to communicate accurately and effectively in writing and verbally.
- Ability to read and follow medication charts.
- Physical ability to lift and transfer physically impaired consumers according to approved agency policies and procedures.
- Valid Michigan driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for job-related use.
- Pass a criminal background check, including fingerprinting, a physical exam, verification of an acceptable Michigan driving record, and a pre-employment drug screen.
- Pass a physical exam annually.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with personal care and treatment in residential or supported independent living settings.
- Implement skill acquisition in accordance with each individual’s plan of service.
- Support residents in managing mental illness symptoms.
- Train and assist residents in daily living skills, including medication management, personal care, interpersonal communication, cleaning, meal preparation, and laundry.
- Provide crisis intervention and use de-escalation skills as needed.
- Provide transportation, using an agency or personal vehicle, to and from day and evening activities, appointments, and social, religious, recreational, and community inclusion activities as assigned.
- Act as a resource and referral for residents to meet their needs.
- Maintain required documentation.
- Assist residents in participating in community activities.
- Attend mandatory staff meetings and in-service training sessions.
Benefits
- Paid Department of Community Health Group Home Skill Training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
