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POSITION SUMMARY

The Mentor I has the responsibility of improving independent living skills and providing behavioral health interventions in accordance with the individual's plan. This service is provided to the individual primarily on a one to one basis. This position also assists and maintains the cleanliness and safety of the facility in accordance with stakeholder expectation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Promotes and maintains safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance of the milieu using person first language, safe crisis intervention, and trauma informed care while treating residents with dignity and respect. 2. To provide behavioral health services and intervention 3. Familiarize, implement, and contribute to the individuals' plan/assessments. 4. Provides individualized support in completing Activities of Daily Living (ADL's) in accordance with each resident's plan, which may include assistance with bathing, toileting, dressing, eating, and other personal care activities. Provides one-to-one support to assigned residents in completing Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL's) in accordance with each resident's support plan; these may include cleaning, laundry, shopping, providing transportation, support with recreational, educational or vocational pursuits, using the telephone, etc. Documents and communicates information within designated time frames regarding residents and work area through use of agency provided communication platforms, and effectively manages change of shift communication at the beginning and end of each shift (including but not limited to incident reports, services provided, medical/psychiatric needs, general communication, etc.) 7. Facilitates and provides one to one or group behavioral health interventions and therapeutic support 8. Assists the team in gathering and providing relevant data to the individual's team 9. Consistently observes and assesses consumers for mood and behavior changes 10. Assists the individual's team with reviewing/identifying goals, measurable objectives, and interventions to assist with goal attainment 11. Recognizes and reports all types of potential crisis/emergency situations and intervenes appropriately 12. Monitors and maintains the environment for safety of the consumer, staff, and visitors

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES 1.

Abides by, supports, and models the NVW&R platform statements (Mission, Vision, Core Values, Ethical Standards, Service Model, and Leadership Commitments) and NVW&R handbook, policies, and procedures 2. Adaptability to changes within the workplace 3. Attends mandatory staff meetings and training sessions during orientation and as required thereafter 4. Ability to provide verbal and written communication 5. Computer literate with required technology, software and applications 6. Maintain respectful and professional relationships with company employees, residents, program members, and outside vendors 7. Proactive collaboration while identifying additional needs, tasks, and priorities within the organization 8. Maintaining the confidentiality and security of all New Vitae staff and consumerdata and information 9. Accountability of personal responsibilities and essential functions of the position 10. Maintain accountability for companywide personnel with regards to policies/procedures, regulatory and stakeholder requirements, best practices and identified corporate values/goals 11. Has an understanding of the following: mental health, intellectual disabilities, substance use, brain injury, and chronic medical conditions 12. Monitors interactions of residents and provide support/intervention, when necessary, to ensure the physical and emotional safety of all residents. 13. Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Required:

High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalent plus twelve (12) semester behavioral health college credit hours from an approved educational program

Experience:

Required:

A minimum of two (2) years' experience (paid or unpaid) in a human service field. This experience must involve direct contact with the individual receiving services

WORKING CONIDITIONS

Physical Conditions

• Able to sit, stand, move and drive vehicle for periods of time
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) lbs. without assistance
• Exposure to intense sensory stimulation
• Fluent in English both verbally and written Equipment Operation
• Able to operate common office equipment, including a computer Hazard of Position
• Risk of contact with blood-borne pathogens and other contagions
• Potential injuries due to unpredictable behaviors of residents/program members
• Exposure to household cleaning products

Note:

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, qualifications, or benefits. The employer reserves the right to modify the job description based on the needs of the organization.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person