Resident Technician CSDD/Roger G Smith

Ceicmh; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

CMHA-CEI-CEI in Lansing, Michigan seeks a residential services aide to assist individuals with severe mental illness in a living setting. You will support daily living skills, administer medications, and document progress under supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, MI driver license, and ability to lift 40 lbs. The role includes crisis intervention when needed and participation in community activities and trainings.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain and maintain certification in Department of Community Health Group Home Skill Training.
• Ability to read and follow medication charts and written instructions.
• Must be physically able to lift 40 lbs and have a valid Michigan driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in personal care and treatment of individuals with severe mental illness in residential or supported living settings.
• Support skill acquisition and participation in day-to-day activities, including medication management.
• Maintain required documentation and provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Engage residents in community activities and attend team meetings and trainings.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Medication Management

Communication Skills

Daily Living Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

CMHA-CEI-CEI is a Michigan Certified Bronze Level Veteran Friendly Employer and we encourage active military service members, veterans, and theirfamily members to apply.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Residential Services Coordinator, Community Services for the Developmentally Disabled, assists in the personal care and treatment of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness residing in a residential setting or supported independent living setting. Candidate is responsible for implementation of skill acquisition, understanding the stages of change and substance use disorders as it relates to each individual’s plan of service, with a goal of assisting individuals to be as independent as possible. Acts as a resource and referral for residents to meet their needs. Typical duties: support mental illness symptoms management, training and assisting residents in daily living skills such as medication management; personal care; interpersonal communication skills; cleaning; meal preparation and laundry; de-escalations skills; maintaining required documentation; and assisting residents in participation in community activities. Attends mandatory team meetings and in-service training sessions.

Requirements

Possession of a High School diploma or G.E.D. is required. Must receive and maintain certification in Department of Community Health Group Home Skill Training. Must be able to understand written instructions. Ability to accurately and effectively communicate both in writing and verbally is required. Must be able to read and follow medication charts. Candidate will provide crisis intervention as needed (Therapeutic Options A & Therapeutic Option B on an Emergency basis) and must be physically able to lift 40lbs. Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for job related use is required.

Conditional Employment Requirements

Employment offers for this position will be contingent upon the results of a criminal background check (including fingerprinting), a physical exam, and verification of an acceptable Michigan driving record. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen. Must be able to pass a physical exam annually.

CMHA-CEI’s promotion of diversity is fueled by the desire to seek equality of opportunity for all persons.

CMHA-CEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

Salary

$19.85 per hour.

Schedule

Sunday 3pm-11pm; Monday 9am-4pm; Tuesday 10am-6pm

Location

Community Services for the Developmentally Disabled Residential, Lansing, Michigan.