MIR - PT Mental Health Tech - Southern Pines (Night)
JEFFERSON BLOUNT ST CLAIR MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY
Summary
The position provides individual care, instruction, and supervision to residents in a Mental Illness Residential Program. This employee serves in the role of direct caregiver to a group of 3-30 clients, depending on the specific cost center. This employee works directly with the Program Coordinator/Home Coordinator and staff on duty.
Job description
Primary Job Functions
- Provides direct client care to the residents of the group home/residential setting/treatment program.
- Monitors, supervises, and trains residents in daily/independent living skills.
- Provides support services for the home and the residents.
- Transports clients in accordance with schedule.
- Documents accurately and timely in the electronic health record.
- Administration of medication and adherence to the Nurse Delegation program.
- Completes required administrative and client-related paperwork.
- Meeting attendance and punctuality expectations, as well as appropriate monitoring and updating of timecard.
- Maintenance of all necessary credentialing requirements.
- Any and all other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to lead clients within group activities.
- Ability to supervise and direct the work of clients.
- Ability to evaluate problem situations of recipient care and treatment.
- Ability to work harmoniously with staff and clients and relate to clients' needs in an individual and group setting.
- Self-motivated to function without continuing direct supervision.
- Ability to make pertinent statements orally and in writing.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma, or GED.
- Valid Alabama driver's license and driving record acceptable to agency automobile insurance carrier for inclusion on agency policy.
- Ability to be certified and maintain certification in the Nurse Delegation program.
- Successful passing of background check and drug screening.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Alabama driver's license with acceptable driving record
- Ability to be certified and maintain certification in the Nurse Delegation program
- Successful passing of background check and drug screening
Company overview
The Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health Authority is a regional government agency responsible for coordinating and providing comprehensive mental health services across Jefferson, Blount, and St. Clair counties in Alabama. As a public mental health authority, it operates under state regulations to ensure accessible mental health care for residents in its service area. The organization typically oversees a range of services including crisis intervention, outpatient counseling, substance abuse treatment, case management, and community-based support programs. These authorities play a crucial role in bridging the gap between state mental health policies and local community needs, often working with various healthcare providers, social service agencies, and community organizations to create integrated care systems. The authority focuses on serving vulnerable populations, including individuals with serious mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders, while also providing prevention and early intervention services to promote community mental wellness.