What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Worker- CICO position at Alternative Community Resource Programs Inc?
Job Summary :
Responsible for delivering behavioral health services to youth district-wide, under the supervision of the Mental Health Professional, in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team. The Mental Health Worker will support the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) team and be involved in a broad range of training and development activities, assessment services, and case consultation.
Performance Responsibilities :
Delivers behavioral services district-wide to those referred into the check-in check-out program (CICO).
Follows the behavior reduction and behavior skill acquisition protocols.
Completes accurate, timely documentation of the highest quality and consistent with agency standards, rules, and regulations.
Completes required assessments, training modules, behavioral plans, and progress notes.
Use data to monitor the course of treatment services for individual youth.
Participate in and assist with PBIS program implementation, participation, and ability to apply plans for all three tiers.
Minimum Job Requirements :
Educational Requirements :
A Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, education, or another human service-related field or a bachelor's degree in some other field is preferred, AND one year of experience working with children in a paid position preferred.
Experience in the field and knowledge of emotional disturbance and other challenging behaviors.
Experience working in schools or behavioral health systems - preschool to age 21 preferred.
Experience in the field and knowledge of Multi-Tiered Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS).
Required Skills and Abilities :
Ability to work in a team and complete assigned tasks.
Analytical / problem-solving skills.
Collect, analyze, and interpret data from various sources.
Detail-oriented with good organizational skills and administrative abilities.
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
Extremely proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of and the ability to adhere to a professional code of ethics.
Knowledge of and the ability to comply with the State Mental Health Code.
Proficient knowledge of IBHS governing regulation requirements.
Physical Requirements :
Ability to carry out appropriate restraints to prevent clients from harming themselves or others.
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. at times with or without assistance.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Prolonged periods of standing and moving.
Required Clearances and Documentation :
Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to reliable transportation.
Act 31 / Act 126 Mandated Reporter Training.
Act 34 Pennsylvania State Police Background Check - Criminal History.
Act 114 Department of Human Services FBI Fingerprints.
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