MIR - PT Mental Health Tech - N Ga (Day)

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician to provide essential care and support to residents in a residential program. This role involves direct client care, supervision, and training in daily living skills, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, possess strong communication skills, and be able to work harmoniously with both staff and clients. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with mental health challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Alabama driver's license is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct client care in a residential setting.
• Monitors and trains residents in daily living skills.
• Documents care accurately in electronic health records.

Skills

Client Care

Supervision

Problem Evaluation

Communication Skills

Self-Motivation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 5206 GEORGIA ROAD N - BIRMINGHAM, AL

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Day

Description

Mental Health Technician - North Ga. Road

Every Sat & Sun 8a - 8p

JOB DESCRIPTION: The position provides individual care, instruction, and supervision to residents in a Mental Illness Residential Program. This employee serves in the role of direct caregiver to a group of 3-30 clients, depending on the specific cost center. This employee works directly with the Program Coordinator/Home Coordinator and staff on duty.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Provides direct client care to the residents of the group home/ residential setting/treatment program.
2. Monitors, supervises, and trains residents in daily/independent living skills.
3. Provides support services for the home and the residents.
4. Transports clients in accordance with schedule.
5. Documents accurately and timely in the electronic health record.
6. Administration of medication and adherence to the Nurse Delegation program.
7. Completes required administrative and client-related paperwork.
8. Meeting attendance and punctuality expectations, as well as appropriate monitoring and updating of timecard.
9. Maintenance of all necessary credentialing requirements.
10. Any and all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

1. Ability to lead clients within group activities.
2. Ability to supervise and direct the work of clients.
3. Ability to evaluate problem situations of recipient care and treatment.
4. Ability to work harmoniously with staff and clients and relate to clients' needs in an individual and group setting.
5. Self-motivated to function without continuing direct supervision.
6. Ability to make pertinent statements orally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School Diploma, or GED.
2. Valid Alabama driver's license and driving record acceptable to agency automobile insurance carrier for inclusion on agency policy.
3. Ability to be certified and maintain certification in the Nurse Delegation program.
4. Successful passing of background check and drug screening.