Residential Specialist
About The Position
Everyone deserves to feel healthy in both body and mind. Here at The Mental Health Center, we’re committed to helping you understand mental illness and get on the road to recovery. Our programs and services aim to restore health and improve quality of life. We believe each staff member plays an integral role in fulfilling our mission to provide the highest quality of care possible. We know our employees are the key to our success and we currently have job opportunities available so YOU too can become part of our successful, energetic, and dedicated organization! We are also proud to be a recipient of The Bell Seal Certification for Workplace Mental Health, recognizing our commitment to creating a mentally healthy, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Residential specialists are tasked with providing 24/7 support around daily living and mental health management in a community-based adult residence. The Residential specialist works to increase independence, encourage skill acquisition and utilization, help with symptom management, and maintain a clean and safe environment for the residents. You will work closely with the treatment team and community agencies to provide wrap-around support for all individuals. We strive to provide effective, evidence-based practices. The position includes day-to-day household management and transportation of residents to and from appointments, shopping, extra-curricular activities, etc. Requires the ability to form therapeutic relationships, think critically, provide interventions, and take initiative. All required training is provided through ample internal and external opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.
Requirements
- Excellent communication ability with co-workers, staff, clients, and community partners.
- Knowledge of mental health/therapeutic interventions
- Manage time efficiently
- Basic office skills including, answering telephones, taking messages, computer and email skills
- Ability to climb stairs and stay physically active throughout the shift
- Time management and organizational skills are a must.
- Must be Self-Motivated and Independent
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and automobile with bodily injury liability coverage in the amount of at least $100,000 per person/$300,000 per accident.
Nice To Haves
- Supervision towards Clinical Licensure
- Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and NH State Loan Repayment Program
Responsibilities
- Support patients in developing skills for living independently
- Assist patients with taking steps toward their wellness and recovery goals
- Support patients in the residential and community settings
- Provide safe medication support, education and self-administration
- Participate in direct 1:1 and group activities
- Help patients with room/apartment maintenance
- Maintain appropriate and accurate documentation
- Ensure effective and thorough communication with the treatment team
- Day-to-day household management
- Transportation of residents to and from appointments, shopping, extra-curricular activities, etc.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Personal Time Off (PTO)
- Extended Illness Leave (EIL)
- 7 Paid Holidays
- 403(b) Retirement Plan Match up to 5%
- Tuition Assistance
- Short- and Long-term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for Medical and Dependent Care
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company Discounts
- Employee Recognition Events
- Competitive Salaries
- Internal Trainings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
