Mental Health Technician Position Available In Houston, Georgia

Mental Health Technician NAMI Central Georgia – 1.0 Warner Robins, GA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $10 – $12 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Referral program Qualifications Working with people with developmental disabilities Working with people with disabilities Caregiving High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Computer skills 1 year Care plans Communication skills Entry level Time management Full Job Description Mental Health Technician NAMI Central Georgia is a non-profit organization that provides mental health services to adults and children in Warner Robins, GA. We are looking for Mental Health Technicians to provide quality care to our clients by assisting with diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of mental health issues. The goal is to help people recover from emotional problems and maintain good mental health. NAMI is a drug free work place. Responsibilities Supervise residents in all daily aspects of the residential program Lead group and group activities Act as liaison with care providers and case workers to ensure program and quality of life is in the best interest of the resident Communicate effectively with doctors, family members, staff and others Assist in the administration of medications, replenishment of medications and ensure proper documentation of same Become familiar with each resident’s diagnosis and care plan to ensure program and activities are helping to meet outcomes Serve as a role model for residents Maintain complete, accurate, and current program documentation and records Appropriate documentation of residents medical, behavioral, and physical changes Redirect resident’s behavior and intervene regarding inappropriate behavior Possess patience and understanding when assisting aggressive residents to effectively meet treatment needs, while complying with human rights regulations Provide supervision and assistance to residents, not limited to, bathing, dressing and grooming Provide coverage for all shifts and hours as needed Transport and accompany residents to and from medical appointments, recreational activities, shopping trips and other scheduled activities as assigned by supervisor Coordinate daily schedules and duties/activities of the residents Perform duties essential to program welfare (i.e., grocery shopping, laundry, cleaning, other household duties) Assist, monitor, or prompt the resident to complete the above items Prepare meals for the residents, grocery shop if necessary, and clean up after meal preparation Ensure the home and equipment remains clean, sanitary, and in good working condition Participate in continuing education programs, seminars, workshops, and in-services to improve professional knowledge of intellectual disabilities Participate in all staff and collaborative meetings as required or needed Effectively handle challenges, complaints, conflicts, and incidents in a patient, respectful, agreeable, and diligent manner with minimal supervision Work in tangent with the Residential Manager and Executive Director to maintain policy and procedures, resident medication, and a professional appearance Continuously enhance the lives of the residents by utilizing all principals of normalization and treat residents with consideration, respect, dignity, integrity, individuality, and recognize their needs Maintain certifications, licensures, and records as required or needed Prepare reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis regarding the metrics of staff and group home’s residents and duplex Perform relevant job duties as assigned by immediate supervisor

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Frequent use of hands, wrists and fingers and lifting or moving up to 50 lbs. may be required Movements such as stooping, crouching, bending, kneeling, climbing and reaching are required Noise and/or level of distractions in the work environment is moderate Specific vision abilities required by this position include close, distance and peripheral vision Ability to operate a motorized vehicle and have reliable transportation Performs household cleaning chores such as washing dishes, doing laundry, mopping

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Age 21 or older with a high school diploma or GED, Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required TB screening, Frist Aid/CPR and Proxy Caregiver Certifications are a must Non-Profit experience is a plus Preferred experience working with the mentally ill Minimum one-year experience in healthcare/insurance/caregiving Valid Georgia driver’s license with a clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Report) Live within commuting distance of the NAMI facility, group home and duplex Proficient computer/office equipment skills Strong oral and written communication skills Ability to multi-task Possess strong decision making and problem-solving skills Critical listening and thinking skills Strong time management skills Ability to work overtime as needed If you are interested in working with the only NAMI affiliate in the state of Georgia that provides housing and additional unique services to individuals and families that have a mental health condition please click on the application link and email the completed application to .

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$10.00 – $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

Referral program

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Night shift Overnight shift Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person