What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Technician position at Centers for Youth and Families, INC?
Assist with Daily Living Activities
- Daily assists in maintenance of therapeutic milieu, for example, uses reflective listening, non-punitive redirection, self-esteem building responses, etc.
- Utilizes problem-solving approach with individual
- Acts as a role model
- Plans, organizes and participates in games and activities and ensures safety
- Accompanies residents to dining area and recreational activities
- Assists with meals and demonstrates appropriate table manners
- Instructs and supervises the cleaning of rooms and living areas
- Instructs and supervises assistance with personal care and laundry skills
Documentation
- Daily writes observation notes for each assigned client
- Daily writes summary of shift activities
- Documents resident group activities
- Turns in daily meal count/dietary intake
- Completes point sheets
- Inventories and submits request for personal hygiene articles and clothing
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Completes forms/reports based on events:
- Incident report
- Behavior form
- Intensive group form
- Property form
- Transportation log
Drives Agency Vehicle if driving record acceptable to insurance carrier.
High School Education or equivalent
College degree in psychology, sociology or related field preferred
Two years related experience preferred
Shifts available:
7a-7p
7p - 7a
7p - 11p Saturday & Sunday only.
PRN
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