What are the responsibilities and job description for the Daily Living Skills Specialist position at BREAK OF DAY MENTAL HEALTH GROUP?
Are you a caring person who desires employment that makes a difference in your community? Do you want to be part of a caring team working together to improve the lives of people right here in Maine? Break of Day Mental Health Group, Inc. is looking for individuals to work with and enrich the lives of adults with mental illness in the community.
At Break of Day Mental Health Group, Inc., we strive to provide the best, highest quality services to our consumers, while creating a supportive environment for staff and consumers that encourages personal and professional growth. We believe that everyone has potential to be successful, and reaching any goal, personal or professional, is possible with the right support and encouragement.
This position provides direct support to adults with mental illness in the community and the consumers’ homes. We follow a person-centered psychosocial rehabilitation model in our work with consumers. DLS staff work side by side with clients to access community and social support resources, develop daily living skills such as personal care, budgeting, home maintenance and organization, daily routines, meal planning, emotional and physical self-care, and coping skill development. DLS workers help motivate and support clients to meet personal recovery goals by assisting to break down goals into smaller, manageable tasks and addressing these tasks one step at a time.
The ideal candidate will have some direct services experience in the mental health field; however, we are always interested in training the right candidates. Since this is a community based position, travel is required. A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and insurance. Good communication, organization, time management and customer service skills are required.
Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Break of Day does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment relating to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation.
Please send a completed application and resume to Break of Day Mental Health Group, Inc., Attention: Human Resources, 18 Belevdere RD, Damariscotta, Maine 04543. Phone: 207-882-6594; Fax: 207-687-2233
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- MHRT-1 or MHRT-1p (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations
Salary : $16 - $18