Psychiatric Rehabilitation Assistant

Threshold Rehabilitation Services, Inc.; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Paid vacation and sick days

401(k) Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive paid training

Job summary

Threshold Rehabilitation Services, Inc. is seeking a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Assistant to support members in the Clubhouse Program. The role focuses on helping members follow individualized goals, work ordered day, and develop life skills such as cooking, budgeting, and personal care.

Training is provided and you will collaborate with staff to ensure quality service delivery. Full-time schedule is Monday to Friday 8:00am–4:00pm, with occasional evenings and Saturdays for events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 6 months of work experience in human services.
• Computer knowledge is required.
• Experience working with individuals with a mental health diagnosis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support members in clubhouse programs to achieve goals as defined by Individual Rehabilitation Plan.
• Assist members with following the work ordered day and employment goals.
• Conduct training on life skills such as cleaning, cooking, budgeting and personal care.
• Maintain clear and accurate documentation as required by program managers.
• Collaborate with other staff, family, and community partners to design training and interventions.

Skills

Computer knowledge

Mental health experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

New Competitive Starting Rate of $17.25 an hour!!

Threshold Rehabilitation Services, Inc., is seeking a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Assistant for our Clubhouse Program. The Clubhouse model is a unique approach to recovery in the mental health field. Clubhouses seek to build on members' strengths, while creating a community where each member is able to achieve their goals and find stability, acceptance, and fulfilment. Supports members developing vocational, educational, and social skills through a structured, work-oriented model.

The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Assistant (Assistant) is responsible for supporting the needs of the member in the clubhouse programs. The position requires the Worker to assist members with their goals as defined by their Individual Rehabilitation Plan. The Assistant will assist member in following the work ordered day and support their goals of employment. The Assistant will foster an atmosphere of congeniality that supports the Clubhouse International Standards and supports the needs of the members. The Assistant will also conduct training on how to perform life skills such as cleaning, cooking, budgeting, and personal care. The Assistant may work with other members of the individuals support team, including other staff, friends, family members, and/or community support members to design training, support, and interventions to ensure the success of the member and execution of the member's plan and goals. The Assistant must maintain clear and accurate documentation as required by the Mental Health Program Manager to ensure quality service delivery.

The hours for the full-time position are Monday to Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm, with occasional Wednesdays until 6:00pm, occasional Saturdays and holidays for special events.

*These are great work hours with most holidays off and paid starting day one of employment!

Full-time staff are eligible for benefits including medical, dental and vision, paid vacation and sick days as well as a 401(k) Plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Threshold provides comprehensive paid training.

EOE M/F/D/V

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED and 6 months work experience in human services.
• Computer knowledge is a must.
• Experience working with individuals with a mental health diagnosis is a plus.
• Valid PA Driver's License.
• PA Motor Vehicle Record Check.
• Use of vehicle while working with valid registration and insurance coverage indicating you are an insured driver.
• Pre-employment Drug Screen.
• PA Criminal History Clearance.
• FBI Clearance (if candidate has not been a resident of PA for the past two consecutive years).
• FBI Clearance (Department of Human Services).
• Child Abuse Clearance.