Residential Specialist (PRN)

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services•Cincinnati, OH

35d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our mission to help individuals with mental illness and addictions to lead healthy and productive lives. GCBHS has immediate openings for a PRN (as needed) Residential Specialist to work at our Kemper House transitional living facility in East Walnut Hills, Cincinnati. Kemper House is a 15-bed facility that runs 24 hours a day, 365 days per year, and is a halfway house for mental health consumers. This is an excellent opportunity for a college student looking for a flexible work schedule and experience with Mental Health Services! Why Work at GCBHS? - GCBHS is a pioneer in the field of behavioral health treatment for adults, children, and families - Top Workplace every year since 2010 - Paid Time Off and Sick Time - Flexible work schedules - Public Student Loan Forgiveness - Comprehensive health insurance - 403(b) Retirement with Match

Requirements

High school diploma required
Two years of college in a human services field or equivalent combination of education and experience in a human services organization, preferred.
Familiarity with mental health population.
Good communication and organizational skills, basic computer knowledge, and good problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Two years of college in a human services field or equivalent combination of education and experience in a human services organization, preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides residential coverage and management of facility.
Assist and support development, implementation and facilitation of recovery-based programming including individual and group services.
Provides crisis intervention, role modeling and limit setting.
Provides services to clients: medication training; individual goal plan implementation; independent living skills training; personal care training; personal and interpersonal skills development; program orientation; general supervision.
Assist in facilitating client meetings, activities and organized groups.
Assist in facilitating and support of recovery modeled services including WMR (Wellness Management and Recovery), SAMI best practices and the organizations recovery based initiatives.
Participates in day-to-day operation of the program: menu planning and meal preparation; housekeeping; grounds keeping; facility management; and safety and security systems as necessary.
Maintains inventory, storage and proper use and care of organization supplies, equipment, furnishings, and furniture.