HOUSEKEEPER-GCSU

Job Responsibilities: To perform all duties related to cleaning and maintaining the Capps Crisis Stabilization Unit and to provide behavior management services with adult SMI population when needed.

Job Duties:

• Cleans and maintains Capps Crisis Stabilization Unit.
• Monitors and maintains inventory of supplies and equipment necessary to fulfill duties.

Will cross-train as backup Active Treatment Technician:

• Administers basic life saving techniques.
• Performs or assists in the performance of activities of daily living including but not limited to bathing, shaving, and brushing teeth.
• Turns and positions non-ambulatory consumers.
• Writes nontechnical reports documenting patient behavior and activity and progress towards habilitation/treatment plan goals.
• Directs and participates in recreational and social activities for consumers in accordance with written programs and habilitation plans.
• Accompanies consumers to activities and programs outside the facility.
• Uses appropriate behavioral management techniques when interacting with consumers.
• Report promptly for assigned shift work and work beyond assigned shift hours including weeks and holidays temporarily, as needed.
• Stay awake and alert at all times. Make head count no less than every 15 minutes and document in log.
• Notify program managers or other senior staff of any referrals, elopements, acts of aggression or any other problem situation outside the scope of authority of Active Treatment Technician.
• Treat individuals receiving services, family members, staff, volunteers, visitors, government agencies, and the general public with respect, dignity, and courtesy at all times. Conduct yourself in a manner which leaves a favorable impression with the public.
• Adhere to all Department of Mental Health Standards, Division of Medicaid Standards, and maintain respect for all other Life Help policies, procedures, and management decisions.
• Respect and uphold the confidentiality of individuals receiving services, their family members, colleagues, and any sensitive situations arising within the agency. Refrain from malicious gossip at all times.
• Participate in all training required for your specific position and by the agency at large.
• Perform other specific duties as assigned by your supervisor/manager/coordinator.
• Must possess leadership ability, organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and must possess the willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.

I understand I may be subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, including TB, AIDS, and hepatitis and may be subject to emotionally upset and hostile residents, family members, etc.

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
• Valid Mississippi Driver’s License