Life Skills Specialist - Full Time : The Brain Injury Center - Gonzales

Under the direction of the Program Director, provides services to residential clients as outlined by the Department of Aging and Disability Services for a Type B Assisted Living facility in the state where the facility resides. Is proficient in at least one specialized area of resident care program. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

REQUIREMENTS

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• Manages the implementation of home exercise programs and PT, OT, ST protocols, as developed by the licensed therapist.
• Keeps program management updated on activities within specific area of responsibility.
• Demonstrates competency in the implementation of the treatment plan through completion of scheduled client activities.
• Participates in behavior modification programs by promoting socially acceptable behavior, using appropriate intervention and documentation.
• Participates in specialized aspects of patient care, within the scope of skill and training (such as medication administration), under the supervision of the program RN.

• Competently completes all aspects of patient care including age appropriate techniques for ADLs, mobility, transfers, hygiene, toileting, bathing/showering, hair cutting, recreational activities, and use of adaptive devices.
• Works directly with assigned clients in order to achieve treatment objectives.
• Completes accurate records to ensure correct documentation in the appropriate time frames according to Warm Springs’ policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates responsibility for own personal growth by: Participating in staff meetings and in service educational activities. Participating in client staffings as requested
• As a team member, participates in the daily staff assignments such as: client activities/outings, meal preparation according to dietary guidelines, patient feeding, laundry, supply ordering, grocery shopping, client rounds, bed changes, and patient bathing
• Follows all policies governing use of company vehicles and transporting of Post Acute Medical’s clients.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Training: High school diploma/GED.

Experience: Prefer college credit hours related to brain injury, rehabilitation or other human services courses. Prefer interest in neurologic rehabilitation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• May work with various hand tools including, but not limited to, drill, saw, hammer, and/or electric sander.
• Will at times need to use tape measures and other measuring tools.
• May be requested to operate other equipment and/or perform duties not related to position at the discretion of supervisor.
• Ability to accurately report client activities in the prescribed manner noted in the approved behavior plan.

ABOUT US

PAM HEALTH (PAM) based in Enola, Pennsylvania, provides specialty healthcare services through more than 70 long-term acute care hospitals and physical medicine and rehabilitation hospitals, as well as wound clinics and outpatient physical therapy locations, in 17 states. PAM Health is committed to providing high-quality patient care and outstanding customer service, coupled with the loyalty and dedication of highly trained staff, to be the most trusted source for post-acute services in every community it serves. Its mission is to serve people by providing compassionate, expert care, and to support recovery through education and research.

Joining our PAMily allows you to work in a collaborative environment with colleagues and leadership with exposure to a variety of patient care levels. Aside from our competitive pay, generous paid benefit time, and excellent insurance options, you will also have opportunities for professional growth through our Education Advancement Program.

We are excited to learn more about you and hope that you consider joining us on a shared mission to improve the lives of others by being an integral part of our We Care Program. Please take a moment to visit us online at www.PAMHealth.com for a comprehensive look at how we're able to positively impact our local communities.

PAM Health does not discriminate and does not permit discrimination, including, without limitation, bullying, abuse or harassment, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status, or based on association with another person on account of that person's actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status.