Geriatric Behavioral Aide: Compassionate Care & Team Support

Mount Rogers Community Services Board; Wytheville (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Rogers Community Services Board is seeking a Behavioral Aide Nursing Home to provide essential direct services to geriatric individuals facing Serious Mental Illness and Dementia. The role will involve both individual and group support, working with a treatment team to implement treatment goals effectively.

The ideal candidate will have good communication skills and possess a supportive, person-centered approach while being able to work independently as well as part of a team. A high school diploma or equivalent is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's license and safe driving record required.
• Ability to engage in person-centered therapeutic interaction.
• Competent in assisting and implementing service plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and group support to geriatric individuals.
• Assist in the implementation of treatment goals under supervision.
• Participate in crisis interventions and referrals as necessary.

Skills

Supportive communication

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Independent work

Knowledge of mental health disorders

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mount Rogers Community Services Board is seeking a Behavioral Aide Nursing Home to provide essential direct services to geriatric individuals facing Serious Mental Illness and Dementia. The role will involve both individual and group support, working with a treatment team to implement treatment goals effectively.

The ideal candidate will have good communication skills and possess a supportive, person-centered approach while being able to work independently as well as part of a team. A high school diploma or equivalent is required for this role.