What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Assistant - Full Time - Covington County position at SOUTH CENTRAL ALABAMA MENTAL HEALTH BOARD?
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Assistant to support adults with mental health diagnoses participating in our Andalusia Rehabilitative Day Program in Covington County. This position operates within a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) model, providing person-centered support, transportation assistance, and rehabilitative services that promote recovery, independence, community integration, and continuity of care for individuals receiving behavioral health services.
Qualifications:
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Must have maintained a driver’s license for the past three years with an excellent driving record
- Must be eligible for coverage under center liability insurance and individually held vehicle liability insurance
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with adults receiving behavioral health services
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Must successfully pass a background check
Responsibilities:
- Provide support and supervision for adults participating in the Andalusia Rehabilitative Day Program
- Safely transport consumers to and from program services, appointments, and approved activities within Covington County
- Assist consumers with daily activities, skill-building, social interaction, and participation in rehabilitative programming
- Support a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment that promotes recovery, independence, and community engagement
- Collaborate with clinical staff and multidisciplinary team members to support individualized treatment goals within the CCBHC care model
- Monitor consumer well-being and report behavioral, emotional, or safety concerns to supervisory staff as needed
- Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and accurate documentation in compliance with agency standards and CCBHC guidelines
- Promote person-centered care, dignity, and positive engagement for individuals receiving behavioral health services
Work Environment:
- Work directly with adults receiving rehabilitative behavioral health services in a structured day program setting
- Support transportation, recovery-focused programming, and community integration efforts
- Engage in meaningful work that promotes wellness, independence, and improved quality of life for individuals with mental health diagnoses