What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forensic Care Specialist position at C A R E CENTER INC?
Comprehensive Benefits Package • Tuition Discounts • Career Advancement
THE CARE CENTER, INC.
Part-Time
Evenings
Overall Function:
Provide support to clients/residents with mental health needs that have been incarcerated at the county, state, or federal level to integrate into transitional housing to offer a choice between custody and independence.
Essential Functions:
- Provides hands-on instruction to residents to implement Individual crisis plans and assist with crisis resolution.
- Provide support by aiding clients to live independently as possible and reach obtainable goals to maintain their independence.
- Aids and support with resident Activities of Daily Living and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living as indicated in resident’s assessment and support plan.
- On a day-to-day basis support with meal preparation, household chores, medication management, budgeting and finances, accessing community facilities/activities, shopping, socialization, doctor’s appointments, and providing emotional support.
- Assist client with skill development and job placement.
- Monitor’s residents progress and completes documentation, identifying problem areas they may need to be addressed.
- Participates in regular staff training to include specialized training to develop basic knowledge and skills to assist residents in crisis resolution, and support job performance.
- Responds appropriately to emergency situations.Maintains proper and detailed documentation of all assistance and support provided to each resident.
- Other duties as required
- Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures
- High School Diploma, GED or an equivalent combination of skills, experience and education may be considered at the discretion of the Agency.
- Ability to receive, understand and communicate information with effectiveness and follow instructions.
- Must have a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License and safe driving record.
- Must have ability to utilize electronic medical records.
- Reliable, organized, and committed to the health and safety of the clients.
- Displays a positive and compassionate attitude and manage multiple tasks at one time.
- Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the PA State Police and Child Abuse Clearance from the PA Department of Human Services and FBI Clearance.
- Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.
Available Benefits:
- Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.
- Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
- Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Generous time off for eligible employees.
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