Transportation /Mental Health Specialist | Longview

Job scope:

The

Transportation MHS will transport people as requested to the Crisis

Stabilization Unit in Atlanta, Texas in addition to inpatient psychiatric facilities

outside of the Crisis Stabilization Unit. 

The Mental Health Specialist is part of a multidisciplinary team and

will work cooperatively with other members of the team to provide services to

designated individuals.  As assigned, MH

Specialist will assist in the admission process including performing inventory

of personal property and orienting people to the unit, assist in performance of

activities of daily living as indicated, monitor behavior in the facility,

obtain vital signs, assist with meals, assist with linen service and complete

related documentation.  Transporting

people to their homes or other locations, picking up meals and picking up

medications from pharmacies may also be required. Conducts inventory of unit

supplies as indicated. Files chart documents as necessary Completes required

vehicle inspection forms and enters data into vehicle logs.  Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/licensure:

Current valid driver's license in state of residence.  Graduation from an accredited high school or its equivalent.

Experience/Knowledge:

The Transportation Mental Health Specialist provides transport services to individuals requiring inpatient psychiatric services.  Functions as a team member and actively participates in improvement activities.  Knowledge of Crisis Stabilization programs and behaviors of individuals requiring psychiatric inpatient services with one year experience preferred. 

Physical Requirements that are bona fide occupational qualifications essential to the performance of the job: Position requires various activities involving visual, auditory, motor skills to communicate; attend meetings/trainings, carrying charts and assisting with patients (up to 50 lbs.), Must have stamina for long days and able to work under hazardous conditions due to potentially aggressive consumers.  Must be physically able to complete Satoria Alternative to Managing Aggression (SAMA), CPR, and First Aid. 

MINIMUM HIRING SALARY PER HOUR: $16.00