What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Coordinator position at Opportunity Development Centers, Inc.?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Summary of Position To provide person centered
recovery based care while implementing individualized goals and
fulfilling our mission to provide a safe and healthy environment while
envisioning, creating and committing to strength based quality services.
A variety of hours is required due to needs of clients. This individual
must be comfortable with working in various work locations and
transporting clients. The primary locations this person will be working
from are throughout Wood and Portage counties. Education and Experience
Bachelor Degree In Human Services Or Education Required. Experience
working with adult or youth with behavioral and emotional challenges
preferred. Or Master\'s Degree and coursework in areas related to mental
health services, including clinical psychology, psychology, school or
educational psychology, rehabilitation psychology, counseling and
guidance, counseling psychology or social work. LPC-IT and MSW are
encouraged to apply, as ODC will provide 3000 hours of supervision. This
position requires use of personal and/or company vehicles, so employee
must secure and maintain a valid Wisconsin driver license and a driving
record that meets the company\'s standards for insurance purposes. If
position requires use of a personal vehicle, employees must secure and
maintain minimum insurance requirements to transport individuals in a
personal vehicle. Additionally, certifications must be obtained as
required by ODC Inc. including copy of resume, diploma, references,
professional training and professional liability insurance (if
applicable). Must pass a Wisconsin Caregiver Background Check, including
Department of Justice Criminal Record Check, and/or that of previous
states of residence and a Department of Motor Vehicle Check with initial
employment and periodically. Verbal/Written Communication Ability to
write clinical documentation properly on a daily basis in required
format on all individuals\' services provided. Verbal and written
communication in the English language, as well as read and comprehend
simple instructions and short correspondence. Ability to verbally
communicate in one-on-one situations and small-group settings is
required. Work Environment Employees must be able to manage high stress
environments. Good judgment and the ability to manage crisis situations
are required. This position involves working directly with individuals
who may present physical or verbal aggressions toward self, staff or
others. REPORTS TO: Mental Health Professional/Supervisor RESPONSIBLE
FOR: No Other Staff \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to teach various skills (social, life, employment, daily living)
one-on-one or in a group setting. Facilitate individuals engaging in
appropriate physical/emotional activities. Ability to transport and
Accompany Individuals To Appointments, Community Activities And Other
locations as requested in the service plan. Be knowledgeable in and able
to implement and document properly all individuals\' services provided
daily in required clinical documentation format which may include
various computer systems. Exercise good judgment and decision making
with regard for safety. Communicate with Supervisor as necessary with
situations that arise and assure proper procedures are followed. Work
closely and communicate with other members of the individual\'s
treatment team. This may include implementing therapeutic approaches
discussed in therapy sessions, working closely with teachers and
communicating what occurs in a school setting, and implementing skills
and techniques as per treatment team recommendations. Provide in-home
supports to specific families and provide assistance and coaching to
parents, families and/or guardians. Maintain a professional relationship
with individual\'s family, guardian and individuals in their
environment. Utilize training to de-escalate tense situations. Ability
individual\'s family and/or funders. This means there is a potential of
less than 24-hour notice of schedule changes. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.odcinc.com/jobs
recovery based care while implementing individualized goals and
fulfilling our mission to provide a safe and healthy environment while
envisioning, creating and committing to strength based quality services.
A variety of hours is required due to needs of clients. This individual
must be comfortable with working in various work locations and
transporting clients. The primary locations this person will be working
from are throughout Wood and Portage counties. Education and Experience
Bachelor Degree In Human Services Or Education Required. Experience
working with adult or youth with behavioral and emotional challenges
preferred. Or Master\'s Degree and coursework in areas related to mental
health services, including clinical psychology, psychology, school or
educational psychology, rehabilitation psychology, counseling and
guidance, counseling psychology or social work. LPC-IT and MSW are
encouraged to apply, as ODC will provide 3000 hours of supervision. This
position requires use of personal and/or company vehicles, so employee
must secure and maintain a valid Wisconsin driver license and a driving
record that meets the company\'s standards for insurance purposes. If
position requires use of a personal vehicle, employees must secure and
maintain minimum insurance requirements to transport individuals in a
personal vehicle. Additionally, certifications must be obtained as
required by ODC Inc. including copy of resume, diploma, references,
professional training and professional liability insurance (if
applicable). Must pass a Wisconsin Caregiver Background Check, including
Department of Justice Criminal Record Check, and/or that of previous
states of residence and a Department of Motor Vehicle Check with initial
employment and periodically. Verbal/Written Communication Ability to
write clinical documentation properly on a daily basis in required
format on all individuals\' services provided. Verbal and written
communication in the English language, as well as read and comprehend
simple instructions and short correspondence. Ability to verbally
communicate in one-on-one situations and small-group settings is
required. Work Environment Employees must be able to manage high stress
environments. Good judgment and the ability to manage crisis situations
are required. This position involves working directly with individuals
who may present physical or verbal aggressions toward self, staff or
others. REPORTS TO: Mental Health Professional/Supervisor RESPONSIBLE
FOR: No Other Staff \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to teach various skills (social, life, employment, daily living)
one-on-one or in a group setting. Facilitate individuals engaging in
appropriate physical/emotional activities. Ability to transport and
Accompany Individuals To Appointments, Community Activities And Other
locations as requested in the service plan. Be knowledgeable in and able
to implement and document properly all individuals\' services provided
daily in required clinical documentation format which may include
various computer systems. Exercise good judgment and decision making
with regard for safety. Communicate with Supervisor as necessary with
situations that arise and assure proper procedures are followed. Work
closely and communicate with other members of the individual\'s
treatment team. This may include implementing therapeutic approaches
discussed in therapy sessions, working closely with teachers and
communicating what occurs in a school setting, and implementing skills
and techniques as per treatment team recommendations. Provide in-home
supports to specific families and provide assistance and coaching to
parents, families and/or guardians. Maintain a professional relationship
with individual\'s family, guardian and individuals in their
environment. Utilize training to de-escalate tense situations. Ability
- attend all required meetings/trainings as requested. Service needs
individual\'s family and/or funders. This means there is a potential of
less than 24-hour notice of schedule changes. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.odcinc.com/jobs