Technician-Care Manager Assistant (Union) 26-29

Sanilac County Community Mental Health Authority•Watertown Township, MI

12h•$17 - $20

About The Position

Staff in this position assists individuals in the development of functional skills through training, guidance, and practical community experience. Training may occur within a classroom, workroom or in the community. Staff provides training and assistance which encourages the individual to achieve greater integration into the general life of the community and to increase/promote independence in community and work environments.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be DCH Certification within three months of hire.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Has the ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software. Typing speed of 45 wpm is recommended.
Valid Chauffeurs' License, CPR, First Aid, and DCH Certification with in three months of hire. Serve Safe, Hi-Lo operation, and Quick Book training within three months of hire as per supervisory/ position duties. Training in each department as required.

Nice To Haves

One year working with individuals with ASD preferred.
Ability to earn enhanced wages, if working within the ABA department and meet requirements.
CSMA that work with children must obtain 24 hours of children’s training a year.
Ability to earn enhanced wages, if working within the CMA department and meet requirements.

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing adequate assistance and supervision of program participants to assure their health and safety during program, volunteer, micro-enterprise and community activities; including transportation to and from these services.
Prepares the training environment and sets up schedules of presentations and/or activities in accordance with all program schedules and individual’s needs.
Develops, implements and maintains assigned group. Participate/Engages in, individual trainings that carry out the program mission, to fulfill the goals & objectives of the person’s Individual Plan of Service.
Provides information for Person Centered Planning meetings, along with periodic reviews and amendments.
Responsible for consulting with the Program and/or Clinical Supervisor, professional staff, peers and caregivers regarding problems specific to an individual receiving services.
Provides assistance as needed for individuals to safely and effectively use public transportation.
Is prepared to administer CPR, First Aid and approved physical intervention techniques when needed.
Administers medication to individuals, when necessary, in accordance with agency guidelines and/or assists with prompting, observing and/or monitoring for those individuals who are able to self-medicate.
Works with the Program/Clinical Supervisor in training and supporting other staff and substitute staff in required job duties.
Completes data collection, monitoring reports and/or assessments; progress notes, incident reports, and other required documentation in accordance with agency policies and procedures and turns in, in a timely manner.
Participants are responsible to participate in cross training among all departments, within the Technician Job Classification, which includes: Journey to Independence, Creative Enterprises, Community Living Supports, Care Management, and Autism Services.
Transport individuals, materials and supplies as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned
Demonstrates understanding of and compliance with agency and program policies and procedures.
Participates in committees and work teams as requested or assigned.