What are the responsibilities and job description for the MH/DS Training Assistant (Group Home Assistant) position at County of Henrico Department of Mental Health &...?

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Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.

Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.

Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.

General Statement of Duties

Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, January 6, 2025.

Assists in carrying out programs for persons with intellectual disabilities or chronically mentally ill clients in a permanent full-time capacity in a residential home setting; does related work as required.

Essential Duties

Provide supervision and support for persons with intellectual disabilities living in a residential group home setting during the day, evening, weekends, and on holidays. Supplementary responsibilities include daily incremental data collection, assisting with personal care, physical assistance as needed to complete tasks, and medication administration. This position is responsible for providing support, supervision and completion of routine and additional assigned tasks on the overnight shift, with focus on the cleanliness of the home. Duties include but are not limited to sweeping floors, mopping floors, cleaning the refrigerator, meal planning, organizing closets and pantries, disinfecting household surfaces, dusting furniture, completing laundry, and wiping down walls and baseboards of the home.

Knowledge of intellectual disabilities and/or mental illness and related problems; ability to work effectively with assigned client population; ability to carry out activities according to plans; ability to keep clear and concise notes and records; ability to demonstrate respect for clients; good interpersonal skills; patience; empathy; and good judgment.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school and one (1) year of human services experience, preferably in working with persons with disabilities; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Additional Information

CPR/First Aid, medication administration and experience with Medicaid Waiver a plus. Successful completion of Medication Administration and Therapeutic Options training required.

TB Screening; a criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

Possession of a valid Virginia driver's license.

How To Apply

Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, January 6, 2025.

You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal through https://henrico.us/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right-hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.gov.

Minimum Salary

43510

Maximum Salary

80039

Currency

USD

Main Organization

General Government

Employment Status

Permanent Fulltime

Permanent Full-time

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