MIR – PT Mental Health Tech – Vaughn Position Available In Jefferson, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: The MIR - PT Mental Health Tech position at Vaughn Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health Authority in Birmingham, AL involves providing individual care, instruction, and supervision to residents in a Mental Illness Residential Program. Responsibilities include direct client care, supervision, training in daily living skills, and transportation of clients. Applicants must have a High School Diploma or GED, a valid Alabama driver's license, and be certified in the Nurse Delegation program.
Job Description
MIR•PT Mental Health Tech•Vaughn Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health Authority 613 Vaughn Cir, Birmingham, AL 35235 Mental Health Technician
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
Provides direct client care to the residents of the group home/ residential setting/treatment program. Monitors, supervises, and trains residents in daily/independent living skills. Provides support services for the home and the residents. Transports clients in accordance with schedule. Documents accurately and timely in the electronic health record Administration of medication and adherence to the Nurse Delegation program Completes required administrative and client•related paperwork. Meeting attendance and punctuality expectations, as well as appropriate monitoring and updating of timecard Maintenance of all necessary credentialing requirements Any and all other duties as assigned by supervisor.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Ability to lead clients within group activities. Ability to supervise and direct the work of clients. Ability to evaluate problem situations of recipient care and treatment. Ability to work harmoniously with staff and clients and relate to clients’ needs in an individual and group setting. Self-motivated to function without continuing direct supervision. Ability to make pertinent statements orally and in writing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma, or GED. Valid Alabama driver’s license and driving record acceptable to agency automobile insurance carrier for inclusion on agency policy. Ability to be certified and maintain certification in the Nurse Delegation program Successful passing of background check and drug screening
