What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rehabilitation Worker, Psychosocial position at Greater Mental Health of New York?

Job Description

JOB TITLE : Psychosocial Rehabilitation Worker FLSA STATUS : Non-exempt

PROGRAM : Children & Family Treatment & Support Services HOURS PER WEEK : 35 Hours

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP : Program Director of Children’s Clinical Services

SALARY RANGE : $20.00 -$24.00 per hour

SUMMARY of DUTIES :

Our Children and Family Treatment and Support Services (CFTSS) are designed to better meet the behavioral health needs at earlier junctures in a child / youth’s life to prevent the onset or progression of behavioral health conditions. These mobile services are provided in the home and community and aim to prevent the need for more restrictive and higher intensity services for children and youth. Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) services are designed to restore, rehabilitate, and support a child’s / youth’s developmentally appropriate functioning as necessary for the integration of the child / youth as an active and productive member of their family and community with the goal of achieving minimal on-going professional intervention. Services assist with implementing interventions on a treatment plan to compensate for, or eliminate, functional deficits and interpersonal and / or behavioral health barriers associated with a child / youth’s behavioral health needs. Activities are “hands on” and task oriented, intended to achieve the identified goals or objectives as set forth in the child / youth’s individualized treatment plan. These services must include assisting the child / youth to develop and apply skills in natural settings. PSR is intended to foster and promote the development of needed skills identified in assessment or through the ongoing treatment of a licensed practitioner. Services are delivered in a trauma informed, culturally and linguistically competent manner.

SPECIFIC DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

Engage the child and their family in a variety of strategies (including counseling and functional supports) to work toward identified goals.
Engage in regular communication with the child’s team, to ensure continuity of care.
Document client progress and maintain a permanent record of client activity according to established methods and procedures.
Practice with a person-centered, trauma informed philosophy in alignment with the values of Greater Mental Health of NY.
Due to the nature of the program, must be able to work a flexible schedule.
Other designated or related duties.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS :

Knowledge of the signs of psychiatric crises and engagement skills / de-escalation techniques.

Highly organized and self-motivated.

Familiarity with and ability to use an Electronic Health Record system.

QUALIFICATIONS :

The candidate must be 21 years old and have a high school diploma, high school equivalency, or a State Education Commencement Credential with a minimum of two years’ experience in children’s mental health, addiction, foster care and / or a related human services field; OR a Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or in related human services; OR a Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or in related human services.

Basic Computer knowledge is required.

Must be reliable and able to work independently and understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality.

The PSR Worker must have a valid Driver’s License and a driving record that is satisfactory to our insurance carrier. The PSR worker will be using agency vehicles and is responsible for adhering to Agency Driver Policy.

The PSR must maintain current New York State Defensive Driving certification.

The PSR Worker must be cleared by the NYS Justice Center through fingerprinting for a Criminal History Records search.

The PSR Worker must be cleared by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services for instances of child abuse and / or neglect.

The PSR Worker must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Mental Health Association of Westchester is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Mental Health Association of Westchester is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact to the Human Resources.

Salary : $20 - $24

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