What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Staff position at COUNTY OF LAPEER?
General Summary
This position performs a variety of direct service functions for persons served who are enrolled in day program services, including services for adults with developmental disabilities and adults with serious mental illnesses.
Essential Functions
- Directly supervises consumers during program activities (both on site and during community outings).
- Carries out daily program plans as prescribed through the individual plan of service of the person served and as assigned by the supervisor.
- Provides transportation services when necessary.
- Assists with personal care needs of persons served
- Assists persons served with the administration of medication as prescribed.
- Assists with the preparation of daily programming, organizing and assembling materials, and proper cleanup and storage of materials.
- Participates in person centered planning-related meetings as requested.
- Documents the progress of persons served through the completion of clinical service notes.
- Completes other agency documentation as required.
Lapeer County Community Mental Health embraces an employment environment that promotes recovery and discovery, a person-centered approach to treatment/services, and cultural competence. An employee with this or any position is expected to support the employment environment.
Qualifications:Employment Qualifications
Education: High school graduation.
Experience:
- Entry level position.
- Prefer experience working with adults with mental health disabilities (developmental disabilities and/or serious mental illnesses).
Other Requirements:
- Ability to write and speak effectively.
- Possession of a valid Michigan’s driver’s license.
Salary : $18 - $26