26-2061 Residential Technician CSDD/Howell

CMHA•Mason, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CMHA-CEI is seeking a Residential Technician to assist in the personal care and treatment of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness residing in a residential setting or supported independent living setting. The candidate will be responsible for implementing skill acquisition, understanding the stages of change and substance use disorders as it relates to each individual’s plan of service, with a goal of assisting individuals to be as independent as possible. This role also acts as a resource and referral for residents to meet their needs.

Requirements

Possession of a High School diploma or G.E.D.
Must receive and maintain certification in Department of Community Health Group Home Skill Training
Must be able to understand written instructions
Ability to accurately and effectively communicate both in writing and verbally
Must be able to read and follow medication charts
Must be physically able to do lifting and transferring of physically impaired consumers according to approved agency policies/procedures
Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license
Access to reliable transportation for job related use
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
Must be able to pass a physical exam annually

Nice To Haves

Michigan Certified Bronze Level Veteran Friendly Employer encourages active military service members, veterans, and their family members to apply.

Responsibilities

Support mental illness symptoms management
Training and assisting residents in daily living skills such as medication management, personal care, interpersonal communication skills, cleaning, meal preparation and laundry
De-escalation skills
Maintaining required documentation
Assisting residents in participation in community activities
Attending mandatory team meetings and in-service training sessions
Provide crisis intervention as needed (Therapeutic Options A & Therapeutic Option B on an Emergency basis)
Lifting and transferring of physically impaired consumers according to approved agency policies/procedures