Mental Health Worker (PT, 3rd shift)

Allied Services; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused service provider in Lackawanna County seeks a Mental Health Worker. The role encompasses maintaining a calm environment for residents, teaching essential daily living skills, and implementing individualized service plans. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, ideally with college courses in related fields. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are critical for supporting mentally ill adults in a residential setting. CPR and First Aid certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience working with mentally handicapped individuals preferred.
• Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check.
• CPR and First Aid certification must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Maintain apartment life in a calm, stress-free environment.
• Teach residents appropriate ADL skills.
• Implement individual service plans developed by the rehabilitation team.
• Monitor all medications as prescribed by physicians.
• Assist in the orientation of new personnel.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College courses in the Humanities or Social Sciences

Job description

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the Mental Health Services Supervisor, the Mental Health Worker is responsible for carrying out the assigned programming and maintaining a harmonious, normal environment for residents. The role requires implementing duties in a manner appropriate to the age‑specific needs of the residents served.

Responsibilities

• Maintain apartment life in a calm, stress‑free environment.
• Teach residents appropriate Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills.
• Implement specified individual service plans developed by the residential rehabilitation team.
• Provide individual support and direction as needed.
• Assist residents in community orientation and integration.
• Handle linen changes, bed making, care of residents’ clothing and property, orally hygienic assistance, weighing, bathing/showering, dressing, and grooming activities.
• Offer physical assistance with ADL skill development.
• Keep accurate records for each resident.
• Monitor all medications as prescribed by physicians.
• Assist supervisory staff in program implementation as assigned.
• Attend monthly staff meetings and participate in weekly staff meetings when assigned.
• Contribute suggestions and participate in overall program development.
• Participate in ongoing in‑service training programs.
• Assist in general maintenance of all program property, including vehicles, and routine household maintenance duties.
• Assist in the orientation of new personnel by instruction, example, and guidance.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College courses in the Humanities or Social Sciences preferred.
• Two (2) years experience working with mentally handicapped individuals preferred.

Special Employment Requirements

• Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check.
• CPR certification and First Aid certification must be obtained and maintained.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective communication with staff, management, residents, and external agency personnel.
• Valid PA driver’s license required for driving of program vans.
• Must successfully complete Allied’s Driver Testing Program, as stated by policy #2.43.
• Must be able to work flexible scheduled work time to accommodate the needs of the residents of the program.
• Must be willing to rotate throughout CRRP work sites.
• Must possess the ability to make mature and good judgments in matters related to resident safety.
• Must adhere to established company and program policies and procedures related to safety and infection control.

Working Conditions

Works in a residential setting for mentally ill adults. Works indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions and seasons.