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Mental Health Worker/Security National Psychiatric Care and Rehabilitation Services - 3.1 Ashland, CA Job Details Full-time From $30 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Residential treatment center experience Driver's License Mental health facility experience Guard Card Security Full Job Description National Psychiatric Care and Rehabilitation Services is a Crisis Residential facility serving adults with mental health issues and accompanying substance abuse challenges. We provide round-the-clock support to our residents, and we are seeking a Mental Health Worker to assist with medication administration, perform regular rounds/bed checks, and complete other tasks to keep residents comfortable and safe during their stay. In addition to performing routine daily tasks, our Mental Health Worker/Security needs to be comfortable engaging our residents in conversations. Thus, we are seeking an individual who also has counseling experience within the work history. The Mental Health Worker/Security performs duties that require good decision-making and troubleshooting skills. Strong "people" skills are necessary, and experience working in a residential mental health facility is a must. If you are looking for a great place to work that needs and values your skills, then National Psychiatric Care and Rehabilitation Services could be the perfect match for you. General Accountabilities Assists residents in daily living activities and trains residents in self-care practices. Aids staff in administering therapeutic activities, such as physical exercises, arts and crafts, and recreational games. Converses with residents to promote social interaction. Observes and documents residents' behaviors in order to facilitate assessment and development of treatment goals. Attends to routine health care needs of residents under supervision of medical personnel and reports client status change to Administrator or DON as needed. Assists residents in taking medication as prescribed. Accompanies residents on off-grounds trips and instructs and counsels residents in purchase of items. Follows facility safety guidelines including but not limited to proper lifting technique and Universal Precautions. Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications Education:

Bachelors degree Preferred in a related field

Experience:

At least one year of experience preferred in a related field

Experience:

Security experience with de-escalation techniques

Certifications:

Basic First Aid & CPR, Clear California and Federal background checks Skills Excellent verbal and written communication Social perceptiveness Service orientation Active listening

Work Location:

One location

Shift Type:

4 - 3 shift rotation (9:30 AM - 8 PM)

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Mental health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Preferred) Driver's License (Required) Guard Card (Required) BLS (Required)