What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavorial Health Residential Assistant position at MIDDLE PENINSULA NORTHERN NECK CSB?
About MPNN BH
Our purpose is to serve our catchment area with the power of human connection in a compassionate and respectful way. If interested in serving your community while working at a rewarding career, you belong here.
The position of Behavioral Health Residential Assistant is responsible for:
- Direct care and monitoring of individuals in the transitional living facility. Employee will identify behaviors, situations or physical conditions that obstruct safety and security.
- Delivers all services according to a recovery-based philosophy of care to create an environment of safety and security. Critical component of job is to possess strong interpersonal skills.
- Must exercise tact and courtesy in contact with staff individuals, families, and service providers. Schedules include both day and night shifts.
- Will be required to transport persons served in the MPNN BH vehicle.
High School Diploma or equivalent, and 1 to 2 years related experience in a medical or psychological field, involving work with individuals diagnosed with severe mental illness or Co-Occurring disorder, preferably with an emphasis on the safety and security of individuals, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skilled and abilities.
Must possess valid Virginia Driver's License; CPR/First Aid Certifications, Medication Administration Certification, TOVA. Must be certified tuberculosis free 30 days from hire and annually.
Benefits include:
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance (TLC Anthem BCBS)
- Generous paid time off and holiday pay (12 paid holidays, PTO accrued monthly)
- Professional development opportunities
- Retirement plan through Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
- Work site qualified under NHSC, click the link to check eligibility for loan forgiveness http://www.nhsc.hrsa.gov/
The agency of MPNN Behavioral Health maintains a drug free workplace.
Benefits listed are for fulltime qualifying employees. EOE
