What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Technician: Friday-Monday SWING (32hrs) position at AMFM Healthcare?
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on individuals' lives and helping them navigate through challenging times? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where every day brings new opportunities for growth and meaningful connections? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
Join AMFM Healthcare as a Mental Health Technician (Client Coordinator) and become an integral part of our mission to provide compassionate care and support to those in need. Embark on a rewarding journey where you'll utilize your skills, empathy, and dedication to empower individuals on their path to mental wellness. Come be a leader for change and make a difference in the lives of others while fulfilling your own professional aspirations.
About Us
After the tragic loss of a beloved son due to mental illness, A Mission for Michael (AMFM Healthcare) was created with the vision of preventing such hopelessness in the lives of others. Our mission is to provide exceptional residential mental health care that transforms lives and promotes lasting recovery.
At AMFM Healthcare, our team is composed of individuals who possess both the qualifications and the unwavering passion to deliver comprehensive care for severe mental illness. We understand the profound impact mental health struggles can have on individuals and their families, and we are dedicated to offering support, healing, and hope.
What sets AMFM Healthcare apart in the field of mental health care is our commitment to an intensive focus on clinical evidence-based treatment. We believe in the power of proven therapeutic approaches and continuously strive to integrate the latest research and advancements into our care programs. By leveraging this expertise, we aim to provide the highest quality of treatment and optimize outcomes for our residents.
As you step into our facilities, you'll immediately notice that we are different from most mental health treatment centers. We foster a welcoming and nurturing environment where individuals can find solace and embark on their journey to recovery. Our dedicated staff members prioritize personalized and compassionate care, understanding that each person's experience with mental illness is unique. We take the time to truly listen, to empathize, and to tailor our programs to meet the specific needs of each resident.
Compensation
$19.00-$23.00/hour.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be 21 years or older to apply for this position.
Successful completion of the ADP Selective Screening Services background check as well as any other state, federal or company required background/record check.
Minimum Educational Requirement: High School Diploma or GED
Possess valid driver’s license with ability to be insured by our auto insurance policy which includes, but not limited to, the following requirements: 4 continuous years of driving experience, 21 years of age or older, less than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years, and no more than 1 major violation in the last 3 years.
CPR/First Aid Certification
Current T.B. clearance
Physical Requirements: Ability to work on a computer/keyboard, use electronic systems, communicate with others through written and verbal formats, ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time, ability to climb stairs, listening, reading comprehension, lifting up to 20 lbs.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function assigned satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to communicate with family members, clients, and other staff members professionally and respectfully.
Ability to operate standard office machines and equipment, including telephones, computers, copy machines, fax machines, calculators, scanners, and shredders.
Ability to be professional and maintain a positive attitude and relationships with coworkers.
Excel at both written and verbal communications to convey essential information; must be able to utilize the proper linguistic syntax and spelling.
Knowledge of clinical and medical terminology as it relates to the delivery of clinical care to the clients within our programs as required by our payers.
Knowledge of the clinical, medical, and miscellaneous services provided to the clients.
Ability to use computer software including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and G Suite products.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Client Coordinator I will be assigned projects, based on his/her level of expertise, that include any, or all the following job responsibilities.
Coordinates and transports clients safely to all daily activities, ensuring the clients arrive on time to all scheduled activities, and ensures participant safety.
Utilizes intervention and communication skills in working with clients, their families and significant others daily and in crisis.
Rigorously adheres to all Joint Commission policies and procedures, including Waived Testing, Infection Prevention and Control, as well as Emergency Management and Environment of Care procedures.
Proficiently navigate and utilize the BestNotes electronic health record system to document client activities effectively
Collaborate with the program nurse and clinical team regarding medication management, and monitor and report client behavior with medication side effects. Monitor and document client self-administration medications while coaching clients in self-management and documenting medications in accordance with the organization’s policy on medication use.
Maintain the integrity of the residences, ensuring optimal cleanliness at all times and keeping the area hygienic. Conduct orientation to new residents, including reviewing safety drills and locations of fire extinguishers, emergency evacuation diagrams, exit routes, evacuation procedures, and first-aid kits
Facilitate recovery and clinically indicated activities and groups according to organization policy and document into the electronic health record.
Conduct observation rounds, as needed to ensure client safety, and document client behavior and participation in treatment. Effectively and correctly report these in daily passdowns. Responsible for client attendance of daily recovery activities as scheduled.
Responsible for client attendance of daily recovery activities as scheduled.
Conduct orientation to new residents, including reviewing safety drills and locations of fire extinguishers, emergency evacuation diagrams, exit routes, evacuation procedures, and first-aid kits
AMFM Healthcare is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
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This position Friday-Monday, 2:30pm-11:00pm.
A55-017
32 hours
Salary : $19 - $23
