JOB SUMMARY:
To promote the mission of PATH to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by being an effective team member. The Behavioral Health / Intellectual Disability (BH/ID) Specialized Team provides direct care including support, structure, assistance, skill training and therapeutic interventions, for service participants, in collaboration with BH/ID residential staff. Services are provided in the home and community.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor's degree required
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2 years of mental health experience working with individuals in mental health and/or co-occurring settings
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2 years of experience in human services, paid or unpaid, preferably with adults with psychiatric and/or intellectual disabilities
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Active Driver's license required
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
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Maintain a supportive, therapeutic relationship with each service participant
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Act as a role model at all times, maintaining appropriate boundaries and demonstrating effective communication skills
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Maintain clear and consistent expectations of each service participant while maintaining a safe, supportive environment
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Oversee, teach skills and actively assist in the completion of household chores ensuring the home is neat and clean at all times
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Assist service participants in developing and practicing skills defined on their individual service plan. This may include accompanying residents to appointments, social activities and/or job opportunities, and other activities of daily living.
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Maintain ongoing communication with each service participant’s family/significant others utilizing diplomacy and tact and creating a welcoming environment
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Coordinate, facilitate and engage in regular social activities with the service participants
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to assist in crisis management interventions, administer CPR/First Aid, and assist individuals with mobility issues as needed.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.