What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Aide- Residential Treatment Facility for Adults position at Stairways Behavioral Health?
Residential Treatment Facility for Adults
- RTFA
- Starting $14.85/hr.
- Erie, PA, USA
- Part Time
Stairways Behavioral Health assists adults with mental health care needs at any stage in their recovery through comprehensive rehabilitation, treatment and support programs.
Through a wide variety of treatment programs, skill-based programs and drug & alcohol treatment, as well as outreach programs, housing, adult education, employment services and social opportunities, Stairways helps adults to build skills essential for living, working, learning and participating fully in the community.
The most progressive mental health care provider in Erie County, Stairways serves more than 8,000 each year. Most programs are covered by Medicare and Medicaid or private insurance, depending on eligibility.
The Residential Treatment Program for Adults is a 15-bed facility providing 24-hr, supervised care for up to 30 days. The program provides a safe and supportive setting as an alternative to inpatient mental health hospitalization or as a step-down from inpatient care. Treatment is tailored to meet each individual's needs and goals through a holistic, multidisciplinary approach. Services provided can include psychiatry, nursing, individual and group therapy, and case management.
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for assisting the Rehabilitation Coordinator and Therapist in providing the necessary support and information needed to implement each clients' treatment plan. The incumbent also assists clients with daily activities, medication monitoring, management of daily tasks and providing transportation when needed. Crisis management and support is also an important function of this position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Effective communication skills, both written & verbal, organizational skills, knowledge of practical self-care skills & ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to effectively work with persons with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities & implement rehabilitation / treatment / recovery plans for their program participation.
- Act 33/34/31 and FBI Clearances.
- Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle during scheduled work hours.
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