The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services Coordinator (PRSC) assists in the handling of programs for the Social Services Department. PRSC shall possess a bachelor’s degree in a human services field (including but not limited to sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling or psychology) and have a minimum of one year of supervised experience in mental health or human services. This position will be responsible for providing counseling and intervention strategies for residents that are consistent with treatment goals and individual needs.

Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services Coordinator Responsibilities:

1. Direct Service

a. Provide socialization/stimulation to residents in the facility.

b. Monitor or assist with facility smoking programs.

c. Conduct socialization/psychosocial groups as directed by supervisor.

d. Assist CNA/Nursing staff at mealtime with passing trays and clean up.

e. Assist with crisis intervention as needed.

f. Assist residents going into the community who require supervised access.

g. Assist residents who may require 1:1 session and/or other interventions.

h. Provide 1:1 session under the direction of the Social Service Director/PRSD/PRSC to promote self-maintenance, socialization, group attendance, etc.

i. Assist residents when going to appointments outside the facility.

j. Assist with all ancillary appointments in the facility: dentist, podiatrist, audiologist and psychologist.

k. Assist residents with the management of personal items.

l. Assist with contraband management, including room searches.

Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services Coordinator Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Previous experience in skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Must pass background check.