Direct Care - Treatment Associate - Evenings

Burlington UM Family Services•Beckley, WV

6d•$15 - $20

About The Position

Be an appropriate role model for youth in care. Create and maintain an atmosphere which is beneficial to the physical, social, emotional, educational and spiritual needs of youth. Be responsible for guiding and directing youth through the program. Prepare youth for successful living within societal norms toward reunification with their family, a foster family or independent living. Essential Duties: Can support the mission and vision of Burlington United Methodist Family Services as evidenced by compliance with all organizational policies and procedures. Burlington United Methodist Family Services, Inc’s mission is to prevent harm and provide hope to hurting children and families. Burlington United Methodist Family Services, Inc’s vision is to is to be a leader in providing superior and innovative services to every child in need regardless of who they are, what they have done, or where they live by empowering them to discover and fulfill their spiritual, academic, personal, and professional dreams and passions. The core values that drive BUMFS’s mission and vision are to be: Christian centered; Holistic approach to service – mind, body, and spirit; Every person is of great sacred worth; Unconditional commitment; Acceptance; Trust; Honesty; Best practice; Family focused; Integrity; Respect and dignity; Confidentiality; Advocating for those who cannot do so for themselves; Teamwork; Competency; Faithfulness. Supports and facilitates positive interaction with others as evidenced by: professional maturity, respect for others, a team-centered approach, maintenance of confidential information, and an appreciation of a multicultural workplace. Exhibits effective communication skills including proper use of agency communication systems. Supports all functions that attain and maintain accreditation with regulatory agencies. Participates in appropriate professional development programs and in services to attain and maintain competency. RELATIONSHIPS (Residents) Become personally acquainted with each resident in the unit and develop a solid working knowledge of the background, dynamics, and treatment plan for each resident. Consistently keep residents clearly informed of any changes, new direction, and expectations related to the house, and provide adequate information to all new residents as part of the orientation process. Follow goals and objectives on residents’ individual treatment plans as well as behavior support plans. May schedule medical appointments for residents as well as needed therapy groups, i.e., sexual abuse, alcoholics anonymous, etc. in coordination with Therapist and Shift Supervisor(s). Manage conflict, emergencies, and crisis in a professional manner. In accordance with agency policy and Non Violent Crisis Intervention protocol which includes Utilization of Passive Physical Restraint. Treat DHHR personnel, school officials, biological, foster, and/or volunteer families with appropriate courtesy and respect. Administer medication to residents in accordance with medication administration protocols. Complete regular/or necessary personnel related paperwork in a timely manner such as time sheets, leave requests, injury reports, mileage sheets, etc. RELATIONSHIPS (Staff) Maintain ongoing and open communication with staff. Share problems and criticisms in a constructive manner. Meet with Shift Supervisor every quarter for staff development conference. Ensure that pertinent information is written in the staff log for all shifts to read. Attend unit team meetings on a scheduled bi-weekly basis, full group and all other required meetings/staffings. PROGRAMATIC RESPONSIBILTIES. Assist resident’s in-group settings or on an individual basis in personal hygiene skills, care for residents when sick, and administer first aid. Respond to the resident's emotional needs; giving acceptance, affection, encouragement, understanding, and guidance. A time is to be set aside daily to meet with the resident individually or collectively. Assist in helping resident(s) follow through with goals and objectives of his/her treatment plan. Encourage residents to participate in recreational activities. Provide opportunities for residents to participate in activities during their free time. Provide the resident the opportunity to attend Church and/or Sunday school and encourage participation in other Spiritual Enrichment Programs. Record pertinent information regarding residents on the daily narrative, staff log, medication record and incident reports. In a detailed manner.

Requirements

Possess at least a high school diploma or GED (college training preferred).
Be open to continue learning through attendance in course study and in-service training and workshops.
Attend all required trainings.
Demonstrate positive interpersonal relationship skills both with youth and adults. Be able to make sound decisions consistent with agency policies and best practice principles for residential treatment.
Effectively implement the treatment program including Medicaid services such as behavior support, crisis support, case management, and daily living skills and support.
Have the ability to meet the spiritual needs of the resident in accordance with agency policy.
Be an acceptable role model for youth in values and lifestyles in keeping with those ascribed by Burlington.
Possess strong communication skills both verbal and written.
Be in good health, have physical and emotional stamina necessary to implement physical interventions with assaultive or self-injurious residents.
Excellent working knowledge of MS Office products; Word, Excel, and Access, OneDrive, etc.
Should have exceptional organizational skills; and proficient computer skills.
Be an acceptable role model for youth in values and lifestyles in keeping with those ascribed by Burlington.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment
Demonstrated attention to detail
Be an Active listener
Relationship Building
Cultural Steward
Driver’s license required

Nice To Haves

College training is preferred.
Obtain and maintain a valid food handler's card.

Responsibilities

Be an appropriate role model for youth in care.
Create and maintain an atmosphere which is beneficial to the physical, social, emotional, educational and spiritual needs of youth.
Be responsible for guiding and directing youth through the program.
Prepare youth for successful living within societal norms toward reunification with their family, a foster family or independent living.
Become personally acquainted with each resident in the unit and develop a solid working knowledge of the background, dynamics, and treatment plan for each resident.
Consistently keep residents clearly informed of any changes, new direction, and expectations related to the house, and provide adequate information to all new residents as part of the orientation process.
Follow goals and objectives on residents’ individual treatment plans as well as behavior support plans.
May schedule medical appointments for residents as well as needed therapy groups, i.e., sexual abuse, alcoholics anonymous, etc. in coordination with Therapist and Shift Supervisor(s).
Manage conflict, emergencies, and crisis in a professional manner. In accordance with agency policy and Non Violent Crisis Intervention protocol which includes Utilization of Passive Physical Restraint.
Treat DHHR personnel, school officials, biological, foster, and/or volunteer families with appropriate courtesy and respect.
Administer medication to residents in accordance with medication administration protocols.
Complete regular/or necessary personnel related paperwork in a timely manner such as time sheets, leave requests, injury reports, mileage sheets, etc.
Maintain ongoing and open communication with staff.
Share problems and criticisms in a constructive manner.
Meet with Shift Supervisor every quarter for staff development conference.
Ensure that pertinent information is written in the staff log for all shifts to read.
Attend unit team meetings on a scheduled bi-weekly basis, full group and all other required meetings/staffings.
Assist resident’s in-group settings or on an individual basis in personal hygiene skills, care for residents when sick, and administer first aid.
Respond to the resident's emotional needs; giving acceptance, affection, encouragement, understanding, and guidance. A time is to be set aside daily to meet with the resident individually or collectively.
Assist in helping resident(s) follow through with goals and objectives of his/her treatment plan.
Encourage residents to participate in recreational activities. Provide opportunities for residents to participate in activities during their free time.
Provide the resident the opportunity to attend Church and/or Sunday school and encourage participation in other Spiritual Enrichment Programs.
Record pertinent information regarding residents on the daily narrative, staff log, medication record and incident reports. In a detailed manner.