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The Cape & Islands Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) operated by the Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking a dynamic candidate who will provide direct care services to individuals in a residential group home setting. This position will act as a primary advocate for assigned Persons Served; assisting individuals to meet their rehabilitation goals, completing required daily documentation and maintaining a Person Centered, Trauma Informed approach.
The selected candidate will work as part of a residential group home team within the ACCS program and will provide rehabilitative interventions to persons with major mental illness by participating in the development of comprehensive assessments as well as developing and implementing the clients’ Individual Action Plan. Additional responsibilities may include securing appropriate services for persons served by working with other programs within the agency as well as the community such as SSI, Mass rehab, day programs, psychiatric and medical services. Knowledge of all medications used within the program is expected as he or she will be distributing medications to clients and educating on proper usage. The incumbent in this position will maintain a therapeutic atmosphere through professional performance and attitude to promote quality care and person served growth. Transporting clients to and from appointments or activities using a program vehicle or their own vehicle is necessary for this role.
Please Note:This position is 40 hours per week. The shift and days off are to be determined. Actively seeking candidates for Day and Evening shift.
Shift Schedules:
Employees in this position will be required to work mandatory overtime
Duties and Responsibilities (these duties and responsibilities are not all inclusive):
Required Qualifications:
Special Requirements:
Please note in accordance with an agreement between the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Mental Health and AFSCME/Council 93, employees assigned to a work unit where the Medication Administration Program (MAP) is used are required to pass MAP certification within 6 months of entering the position or 3 examination opportunities, whichever comes first. Employees are required to maintain MAP certification as long as you are working in said program.
Possession of a current and valid class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s license required for this function.
Preferred Qualifications:
DMH Vision and Mission:
The Department of Mental Health, as the State Mental Health Authority, assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities. The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights, and supports mental health training and research. This critical mission is accomplished by working in partnership with other state agencies, individuals, families, providers, and communities.
About the Cape Cod and the Islands Community Mental Health Center:
The CC&I CMHC provides comprehensive services to adults and children. Programs include a 16-bed acute in-patient unit, Case Management, Day Treatment Program, and Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS). The CC&I CMHC is a Joint Commission certified facility. In all we always aspire to create an environment which promotes growth and independence for patients, families, and employee alike.
Learn more about our important work:https://www.mass.gov/locations/pocasset-mental-health-center
Pre-Hire Process:
A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori and click on "Information for Job Applicants."
Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.
Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.
If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form.
For questions, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 EXT 4.
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) one year of full-time or equivalent part-time experience in providing direct care service to the mentally ill, emotionally or physically handicapped, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. An Associate's degree or higher with a major in psychology, human services, mental health or retardation may be substituted for the required experience.*
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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Full Time
$54k-68k (estimate)
10/25/2023
08/07/2024
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