What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Professional- Onancock VA position at Gateway Homes Inc.?
.“DIRECT CARE” OF INDIVIDUALS WITH MENTAL HEALTH NEEDS (24-Hour Residential Setting)
We are seeking staff interested in working as a PRN week day & weekends
. Priority given to candidates who are already Virginia medication aide trained, TOVA trained, and Virginia QMHP, QMHP-T, BHT, or BHT-A certified. Others are welcome to apply!
Minimum Education Qualification:GED or High School Diploma; however, we encourage anyone who is actively enrolled and in good standing in bachelor’s degree and/or master’s degree, as well!
If you are looking to join an agency that is growing in the state of Virginia and on the cutting edge of mental health rehabilitative services, Gateway Homes may be a great fit for you!
Gateway seeks to fill a gap in providing individuals with the vital support needed to transition from state psychiatric facilities to independent living. Our vision is to make recovery a reality for adults with mental illness. Gateway highly values COMPASSION, CREATIVITY, and COLLABORATION. With these values we seek to be a leader in mental wellness and want you to join our team!
Recent graduates are encouraged to apply!
Needs:
- A dynamic, engaging, and caring direct support professional to provide care to adults who experience serious and persistent mental illness in a 24-hour group residence in accordance with the individuals' service plan.
- Applicants that are familiar with evidence-based practices and recovery principles as they pertain to adults experiencing serious mental illness (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, etc.)
- An individual who likes to think outside of the box when addressing complex behavioral needs and can exhibit flexibility.
- A strong set of clinical writing skills to ensure documentation represents the consumer's needs and voice and remains licensing compliant.
- Someone who cares deeply about reducing stigma associated with mental illness.
Supplies:
- A highly competitive wage and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive supervision and collaboration that encourages your creativity and professional development.
- A highly autonomous work environment that focuses on and celebrates team strengths and achievements.
- A thorough, paid training that will supply you with the information, skills and tools to be job ready.
Application Questions
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· How many years of Mental Health experience do you have?
· What is the highest level of education you have completed?
· Do you have the following license or certification: Driver's License?
· Can you provide a diploma or transcript verifying your education prior to hiring? Must be one of these documents: General Education Diploma, High School Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, or Master's Degree.
· Do you have the following license or certification: QMHP?
· Do you have the following license or certification: QMHP-T?
· Do you have the following license or certification: BHT?
· Do you have the following license or certification: BHT-A?
· Do you speak English?
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $23