Job Purpose:

The Active Treatment Technician will provide behavior management type services with the adult SMI population.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Check and record consumer conditions such as vital signs and weight.
• Administer basic life saving techniques.
• Perform or assist in the performance of activities of daily living including but not limited to bathing, shaving, washing clothes and brushing teeth.
• Write nontechnical reports documenting patient behavior, activity, and progress towards habilitation/treatment plan goals.
• Direct and participate in recreational and social activities for consumers in accordance with written programs and habilitation plans.
• Accompany consumers to needed services outside the facility.
• Assist in the upkeep of the facility through limited cleaning, laundering, and maintenance tasks.
• Conduct and document operational activities such as fire drills and checking safety equipment as directed and trained to do so by senior staff.
• Use appropriate behavioral management techniques when interacting with consumers.
• Report promptly for assigned shift and work beyond assigned shift hours including weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Always stay awake and alert. Perform safety checks (assure client is breathing and safe) every 15 minutes or as needed and document in log.
• Notify the program director or other senior staff of any referrals, elopements, acts of aggression or any other problem situation outside the scope of authority of Active Treatment Technician.
• Treat individuals receiving services, family members, staff, volunteers, visitors, government agencies, and the public with respect, dignity, and courtesy always. Conduct yourself in a manner which leaves a favorable impression on the public.
• Adhere to all Department of Mental Health Standards, Division of Medicaid Standards, and maintain respect for all other

LIFECORE

Health Group's policies, procedures, and management decisions.

• Respect and uphold the confidentiality of individuals receiving services, their family members, colleagues, and any sensitive situations arising within the agency.
• Participate in all training required for your specific position and by the agency at large.
• Perform other specific duties as assigned by your supervisor/manager/coordinator.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED Valid MS Driver's License Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $12.02 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person