Crisis Support

PROGRAM: Orchard Hill House

Description: A per diem, hourly position providing support and basic needs for CDS consumers who are experiencing a need for increased support due to mental health or are in transition between housing. The staff person will follow program protocols and manage the environment to ensure a safe and supportive environment for the consumers during their stay. Position may involve awake overnight coverage as determined by individual consumer needs.

Responsibilities:

• Provide monitoring and support to consumer utilizing Orchard Hill House.

• Have related experience providing direct support to individuals with a variety of support needs (behavioral, emotional, communication, self-care, mobility, etc.)
• Be willing and able to work on a flexible schedule that includes weekends, evenings, overnights, and on-call times.
• Complete accurate and detailed documentation during admission period, to include admission to program, record and document data during stay, and any necessary follow-up upon discharge.
• Have professional written and verbal communication skills. Communicate clearly and accurately with treatment team members, co-workers and program supervisor.
• Work independently, as well as be a productive participant of a team.
• Participate in required training program, to include medication administration, Crisis de-escalation, program protocols and other identified trainings as arranged by the program supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: Person filling this position should be onewho demonstrates good judgment, with encouraging, non-judgmental attitude. The qualified individual must possess an excellent driving record, a valid driver’s license and have access to a safe, reliable, insured vehicle.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
WCMHS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business need, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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