Forensic Care Specialist

Paycom; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement plan with company match

Tuition discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Butler County Housing Support Services/CRR in Butler, PA is seeking a compassionate professional to support residents with mental health needs transitioning from incarceration into housing, offering a choice between custody and independence.

You will provide hands-on instruction, assist with daily living activities, manage medications and budgeting, help with job placement, document progress, and participate in training to respond to crises while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; may consider experience.
• Valid PA driver's license with safe driving record.
• Ability to communicate information effectively.
• Experience with electronic medical records.
• Ability to transport clients in insured vehicle.
• Criminal history and FBI clearances required.
• Ability to work in crisis and support residents.

Responsibilities

• Provides hands-on instruction to residents on implementing Individual crisis plans and assisting with crisis resolution.
• Help residents live as independently as possible and reach attainable goals to maintain independence.
• Aids and support with Activities of Daily Living and Instrumental ADLs per assessment and support plan.
• Assist with meal preparation, household chores, medication management, budgeting, and accessing community facilities.
• Assist with skill development and job placement.
• Monitor residents' progress and complete documentation, identifying issues to address.
• Participate in staff training, including crisis-resolution and job performance training.
• Respond to emergency situations appropriately.
• Maintain detailed documentation of all assistance provided to residents.
• Other duties as required; adhere to policies and confidentiality.

Skills

Communication

Instruction and mentoring

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Time management

Emotional support

Driving (PA license)

Emergency response

Resident support

Transportation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Butler County Housing Support Services/CRR - Butler, PA 16001, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Job Shift: Flexible, Comprehensive Benefits Package Tuition Discounts Career Advancement

Full-Time and Part-Time

Overall Function

Provide support to clients/residents with mental health needs who have been incarcerated at the county, state, or federal level to integrate into transitional housing to offer a choice between custody and independence.

Essential Functions

• Provides hands‑on instruction to residents on implementing Individual crisis plans and assisting with crisis resolution.
• Provide support by helping clients live as independently as possible and reach attainable goals to maintain their independence.
• Aids and support with the resident's Activities of Daily Living and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living as indicated in the resident’s assessment and support plan.
• On a day-to-day basis, support with meal preparation, household chores, medication management, budgeting and finances, accessing community facilities/activities, shopping, socialization, doctor’s appointments, and providing emotional support.
• Assist the client with skill development and job placement.
• Monitor residents' progress and complete documentation, identifying problem areas that may need to be addressed.
• Participates in regular staff training, including specialized training to develop basic knowledge and skills to assist residents in crisis resolution, and support job performance.
• Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
• Maintains proper and detailed documentation of all assistance and support provided to each resident
• Other duties as required
• Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations, and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of skills, experience, and education may be considered at the discretion of the Agency.
• Ability to receive, understand, and communicate information effectively and follow instructions.
• Must have a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License and a safe driving record.
• Must have the ability to utilize electronic medical records.
• Reliable, organized, and committed to the health and safety of the clients.
• Displays a positive and compassionate attitude and manages multiple tasks at one time.
• Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the PA State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the PA Department of Human Services and FBI Clearance.
• Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.
• Ability to transport oneself and/or individuals in an insured vehicle, as program needs dictate.
• Ability to safely operate a variety of agency vehicles.

Available Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.
• Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
• Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Generous time off for eligible employees.
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