We are seeking compassionate Mental Health Specialists to work with individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or mental health diagnosis. The people we support may have behavioral or medical complexities and reside in a residential setting.
What You Get to Do:
- Provide handson and/or verbal assistance encouragement mentoring and guidance.
- Ensure the comfort safety and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
- Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around getting in and out of bed dressing bathing personal hygiene and more.
- Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation.
- Build relationships with persons served and teammates.
- Attend community occasions and fun activities like outdoor walks games and social events.
- Work on tailored outcomes for individuals and work with behavioral guidance plans as needed per person served.
- Transport persons served to appointments or other activities outside the home.
- Empower people with disabilities to live life to the fullest.
- Document progress milestones and action steps.
Qualifications :
What We Look For:
- 18 years or older to work in residential adult programs and must be at least 21 years or older to work in child foster care homes.
- Minimum of one year experience working with persons with challenging physical and/or verbal aggressions and/or property destruction and/ or selfinjurious behaviors.
- Prefer experience working with persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
- Experience working with Mental Health/Illness is preferred.
- Must have a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record as determined by Dungarvin policy. (Proof of valid DL is required).
- Current auto liability insurance.
- Computer skills for documentation.
- Ability to perform personal cares.
Additional Information :
Hours Worked:
May be full or parttime; with a mixture of weekday and weekend hours. All persons in this position should be prepared to work weekends and holidays.
RETENTION BONUS:
The retention bonus is not applicable for current Dungarvin employees.
At Dungarvin diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Dungarvin is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Veterans encouraged to apply.
12/13
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime