Mental Health Assistant

New Day Ranch MT

Billings (MT)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 42,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

New Day Ranch MT is seeking a dedicated Day Treatment childcare worker in Billings, MT. The role involves basic participant care, supervision, and assisting with academic activities. You will transport participants as needed and support therapy sessions under supervision.

Requirements include a 21+ age, background checks, Montana driver’s license, and CPR/First Aid within 60 days. In-person, day shifts, with benefits provided.

Qualifications

Must be 21+ years old and pass a Criminal and Child Abuse background check.
Must have Montana driver’s license with insurable driving record.
Must obtain CPR and First Aid within 60 days of employment.
Excellent confidentiality and diplomacy in sensitive situations.
Work in person in Billings, MT.

Responsibilities

Perform basic participant care and supervision in Day Treatment.
Assist with school activities and one-to-one interactions.
Transport participants to homes, facilities and appointments using company vehicles.
Support Program Therapist/Day Treatment Supervisor with activities.
Document progress and incidents in DAP format as required.
Maintain a neat, safe, and clean environment.
Attend scheduled meetings and maintain good attendance.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Verbal communication

Mathematical skills

Reasoning ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in human services (preferred)

2 years therapeutic group home experience (preferred)

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs basic childcare procedures and related task-oriented activities in the Day Treatment classroom setting. Provide safety, security, and support at all times. Remain without bias.

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt

Job Type:

Full-time

Pay:

$18.00 per hour

Expected hours:

40 per week

Benefits

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program

Schedule

8 hour shift
Day shift - 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
Monday to Friday. We want your weekends free to be with your Family and Friends!

Ability To Commute/relocate

Billings, MT 59102: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Major Functions

Perform basic participant care procedures, supervision, and related task-oriented activities.
Assist with school activities and academics and engage in 1:1 interaction.
Must transport participants to and from the residents' homes and day treatment facilities, activities, appointments, and other assigned events using New Day, Inc vehicles.
Responsible for driving participants from the Group Home to the. Day Treatment Facility.
Assist Program Therapist/ Day Treatment Supervisor with therapeutic activities.
Accompany selected participants to other facilities for special tests/exams and the emergency room.
Function effectively in mental health and medical emergency situations within the limitations of education, training, and job experience.
Assume responsibility for maintaining a neat, safe, and clean environment.
Observe, record, and report to Program Therapist/Day Treatment Supervisor any significant behavior and condition of participants, seeking assistance when needed.
Understand and conform to all Day Treatment program policies and procedures.
Obtain CPR and First Aid training within first 60 days of employment and renew annually. Training and certification is provided by New Day, Inc.
Interact therapeutically with participants in individual, group, and Program settings.
Maintain good attendance record.
Report on time for work and scheduled meetings.
Using DAP format, write progress notes describing all particulars and outcome concerning incident reports involving participants with regards to the clinical perspective of the incident.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor and New Day, Inc. administration.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The position does not have any staff supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Per insurance requirements, employee must be a minimum of 21 years old, pass a Criminal and Child Abuse background check, have a valid Montana driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. No exceptions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Have a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent, experience with seriously emotionally disturbed and/or chemical dependency treatment preferred, or a bachelor’s degree in human service field and two years therapeutic group home experience. Equivalent combination of appropriate education and experience may be accepted. Familiarity with word processing and computer concepts. Able to maintain high degree of confidentiality and exhibit diplomacy and tact.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals and groups.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must maintain current certifications in Non-violent crisis intervention, CPR, and First Aid. Must have a valid Montana driver’s license with an insurable driving record. Comply with the Immigration control and Reform Act through the filing out of an I-9 form.

This is a non-smoking environment.

License/Certification