Casual Childrens Assistant

Posted May 25 at 10:22 pm Casual Children's Assistant

USD 17.59

Hour | 49707,

Alpena, MI, United States C Casual Children's Assistant Rate:

$17.59

FLSA:

Non-Exempt/Casual We offer: Flexible Scheduling Free Agency Training Opportunities 24-Hour On-Site Gym Employee Assistance Center Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Northeast Michigan CMHA is looking for a Casual Children's Assistant to join our dedicated team! This role offers the opportunity to support and empower children receiving home-based services, helping them navigate challenges and build brighter futures. If you're compassionate, motivated, and eager to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply today!

JOB SUMMARY

Will assist Home-Based Services (HBS) Clinicians in implementing goals and objectives identified in the individual plan of service (IPOS). May be required to participate in the interdisciplinary team/person-centered planning process. Will be involved in a wide range of activities, including one-on-one interaction, observation or monitoring, and planning and carrying out activities to enhance emotional/functional well-being and independence. Services will be provided in non-traditional settings, including the home and community.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Experience:

Knowledge of mental health issues related to children with a serious emotional disturbance. Ability to interact and communicate effectively. Experience providing children/family mental health services and experience working within a treatment team preferred. Lived experience with mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and/or substance use disorders is valued.

Other:

Must be at least 18 years old. Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record (as determined by the agency). Ability to work a varied schedule and maintain favorable public relations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Work effectively with providers, families, and HBS Clinicians regarding service implementation and individual participation. 2. Demonstrate effective case recording in accordance with Person Centered Planning, and NeMCMHA "Case Recording Guidelines". 3. Participates in on-call rotation for Mobile Intensive Crisis Stabilization Services (ICSS). 4. Maintain familiarity and professional working relationships with community services for infants, children, and their families. 5. Promote independence and mental health recovery in all aspects of individual interaction. 6. Demonstrates knowledge of universal precautions, standards of practice, and emergency protocol.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Performs other related duties as required. 2. May be requested to be involved in the Board's continuous quality improvement program. 3. May be required to provide own transportation while performing agency-related duties.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Ability to walk, bend, stand, sit, lift up to 25 pounds, with or without assistance, stretch/reach, hear, see, hand/finger dexterity, and drive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with applicable laws. Northeast Michigan Community Mental Health Authority does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, gender, height, weight, marital or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Northeast Michigan Community Mental Health Authority is an equal opportunity employer.