Youth Direct Care Staff
Red Mountain Behavioral Health Services - Gilbert, AZ
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Job Description: Respite - RTC Behavioral Health TechnicianReports Directly To: Leadership Team Position SummaryA direct care staff provides direct care services to Youth and Adolescents enrolled in the Weekend Retreat Program to positively impact their lives through provision of treatment, teaching life skills, encouraging healthy peer interactions, and building coping skillsPosition StatusFull TimeHourlyNon-ExemptMinimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED with a minimum of 2 years of qualifying Behavioral Health Experience orBehavioral Health Technician (BHT) qualified orBachelors or Masters Degree In related field orBachelors or Masters Degree in a non-related field w/ 2 years of qualifying Behavioral Health ExperienceMust be at least 21 years of ageMust have valid driver's license and be insurable in ArizonaMust pass background criminal history, fingerprint check, and drug testJob Requirements and DutiesAbility to meet core competencies of a Behavioral Health TechnicianMust have the ability to communicate effectively with team members, parent/guardians, case managers, and clients.Must have a thorough working knowledge of redirection and de-escalation techniques.Must have the organizational sense and focus to complete a vast array of tasksExcellent documentation skills with attention to detail. Written Communication CompetenceMust be able to be formally trained in emergency safety response and have the capacity to respond quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.Must be versatile and able to work with all clients regardless age, gender, disability, and/or ethnicity.Demonstrate creative problem-solving skills sufficient to navigate the unique group dynamics presentSafely provide transportation using agency vehicles.Must adhere to HIPAA regulations and always maintain client confidentialityMust uphold RMBHS spirit of excellence in work with co-workers, clients, business partners, and in the communityMust upkeep the following:Fingerprint clearance cardCPR/First Aid certificationClear TB testClear MVD ReportEmergency safety responseFraud and Abuse, Driver Refresher, and Self-Administration of Medication trainings annuallyMust have adequate judgment to make clinically sound decisions and minimize client risk while participating in Wellness services.Bilingual PreferredExperience with at risk youth preferredProvides direct care services in accordance with the treatment plan to include group and individual skills training, Life Skills Coaching, General supervision and oversight keeping a safe health environmentMay provide assessments and therapeutic counseling based on completion of competency requirementsPlan and implement therapeutic activities for clients taking in to account budget, age, and gender.Engage clients, encourage positive peer interactions and healthy socialization. When necessary, the direct care staff must prompt for tasks of daily living and redirect inappropriate or challenging behaviors.Accurately complete all documentation including but not limited to cash log, activity log, medication logs, transportation log, and client case notes.Required to meet productivity expectationsMaintain a clean RMBHS facility and vehicle, complete laundry, dishes, and rudimentary house cleaning.Follows guidelines set for delivery of services according to program planWork positively with peers and follow through with supervisor directives. Uphold positive morale focusing on RMBHS' mission statement and be open to flexibility within the job role in order to meet our clients' needs.Effectively supervise the self-administration of medication. Ensuring that medications are kept within a locked box when medication is not being administered.Provide all needed transportation for clientsWork EnvironmentRMBHS office and learning homesClient homes and community settingsVehiclePhysical RequirementsFrequent sitting, standing, walking, driving, bending, reaching, and graspingSeveral hours using a computer per weekLift and carry up to approximately 50 poundsAble to drive safely, including 12 or 15 passenger vansAble to endure summer heat for outside outingsAble to implement non-violent physical emergency safety response tactics if a client presents a danger to self or others Able to visually observe client behaviorAble to hear, understand, and interpret staff and client behaviorAble to read, understand, and interpret written instructionsAble to communicate verbally and in writingCall Red Mountain Behavioral Health Services today and join us on the path of healing lives!!!
Created: 2024-09-16