Residential Mental Health Worker
Child Guidance Resource
Summary
Under the direction of the Residential Supervisor, the Specialized Community Residential Rehabilitation (SCRR) Mental Health Worker is a direct care position that provides for the safety and well-being of each resident within the home and facilitates community involvement / interaction in cooperation with the residents, coworkers and administration. The SCRR Mental Health Worker facilitates the implementation of general and specific household and individual routine / programming while serving as a role model for the resident population. In partnership with the SCRR Residential Supervisor, the SCRR Mental Health Worker provides a continuum of services, including system advocacy, informational / referral, supportive counseling, family and resident education, and crisis intervention / stabilization.
Job description
Summary/Objective
Under the direction of the Residential Supervisor, the Specialized Community Residential Rehabilitation (SCRR) Mental Health Worker is a direct care position that provides for the safety and well-being of each resident within the home and facilitates community involvement / interaction in cooperation with the residents, coworkers and administration. The SCRR Mental Health Worker facilitates the implementation of general and specific household and individual routine / programming while serving as a role model for the resident population. In partnership with the SCRR Residential Supervisor, the SCRR Mental Health Worker provides a continuum of services, including system advocacy, informational / referral, supportive counseling, family and resident education, and crisis intervention / stabilization.
Essential Functions
- Develop and implement behaviorally measurable treatment plans for each resident in order to provide with both appropriate services and / or interventions.
- Accurately assess resident needs and documents in bi-monthly review.
- Monitor service provision through intensive case management to ensure receipt of quality and appropriate services/interventions.
- Develop therapeutic alliances with adults, works with residents to resolve issues of therapy relationships.
- Incorporate understanding of medication management as it supports the overall clinical plan.
- Supervise the self-administration of client medication.
- Ascertains through questions that clients' understand his/her prescribed medication – dose, side effects, etc., as guided by a registered nurse.
- Manage an effective team partnership, including co-therapy, team communication and role flexibility.
- Provide information/referral services to clients and families to ensure receipt of quality and appropriate services/resources.
- Adhere to all agency corporate compliance mandates including accuracy, timeliness and attention to detail.
- Complete all documentation requirements within determined time frames; completes all forms, consistent with CGRC corporate compliance procedures.
- Complete all training and actively participate in required supervision in accordance with program and agency guidelines.
Requirements
- Develop and implement behaviorally measurable treatment plans
- Accurately assess resident needs
- Monitor service provision through intensive case management
- Develop therapeutic alliances with adults
- Incorporate understanding of medication management
- Supervise the self-administration of client medication
- Manage an effective team partnership
- Provide information/referral services to clients and families
- Adhere to agency corporate compliance mandates
- Complete documentation requirements within determined time frames
- Complete all training and participate in required supervision
Benefits
- Clinical supervision
- Training
- Flexible work schedules
- Time off
- Discounts
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Company overview
Child Guidance Resource is a specialized mental health care organization focused on providing comprehensive behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and families. Operating primarily in Pennsylvania, the organization delivers a range of therapeutic interventions including individual counseling, family therapy, behavioral health rehabilitation services, and school-based mental health programs. Their services are designed to address various mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral disorders, and developmental issues. The organization employs licensed clinicians, therapists, and behavioral specialists who work collaboratively with families, schools, and community partners to create individualized treatment plans. Child Guidance Resource emphasizes evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care approaches to support positive outcomes for young clients. Their mission centers on promoting emotional wellness, building resilience, and strengthening family systems through accessible, high-quality mental health services. The organization plays a vital role in addressing the growing need for youth mental health support in the communities they serve.