What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Worker (Part-time, 1st shift) position at ALLIED SERVICES?
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Reporting directly to the Mental Health Services Supervisor, the Mental Health Worker is responsible for carrying out the assigned programming to the residents.
Assigned duties are implemented in a manner appropriate to the age-specific needs of the residents served.
Type of supervision exercised: None. Jobs reporting to this position: None.
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
College courses in the Humanities or Social Sciences preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years experience in working with mentally handicapped individuals preferred.
SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check.
CPR certification and First Aid certification must be obtained and maintained.
Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective communication with staff, management, residents and external agency personnel.
Valid PA driver's license required for driving of program vans.
Must successfully complete Allied's Driver Testing Program, as stated by policy #2.43.
Must be able to work flexible scheduled work time to accommodate the needs of the residents of the program.
Must be willing to rotate throughout CRRP work sites.
Must possess the ability to make mature and good judgments in matters related to resident safety.
Must adheres to established company and program policies and procedure related to safety and infection control.
