Residential Hiring Event- New Year- New Career
About The Position
Are you passionate about mental health and looking for a meaningful career where you can make a real impact? Legacy Behavioral Health is seeking a Residential Care Specialist to join our team. Under the direct supervision of the Residential Site Manager, Residential Care Specialist provides services to consumers with a MH, SA, or Dual Diagnosis in a 24/7 community based residential program. Provide skills training and education on daily living skills such as budgeting, performing household chores, personal hygiene, social skills, and meal preparation. Provide case management services such as linking to community resources. Assist with transportation and observe consumers take medications as prescribed. Monitor and document consumer progress in treatment using designated format and within established time frames. Computer knowledge and extensive documentation is required. Incumbent must be able to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends, and holidays. The Residential care Specialist will be supervised by the Site Manager.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED; required
- Valid GA driver’s license with less than 5 points.
- CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain CPR Certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide services to consumers with a MH, SA, or Dual Diagnosis in a 24/7 community based residential program.
- Provide skills training and education on daily living skills such as budgeting, performing household chores, personal hygiene, social skills, and meal preparation.
- Provide case management services such as linking to community resources.
- Assist with transportation and observe consumers take medications as prescribed.
- Monitor and document consumer progress in treatment using designated format and within established time frames.
Benefits
- Health insurance: Quality, affordable coverage through State of Georgia employee benefit plans.
- Competitive pay
- 24 Days of paid leave in your first year
- Retirement Plans: Automatic 2% employer contribution to your 401(k), plus a 3% match after one year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
