Mental Health Assistant

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Performs various support duties in relation to housing demands.
• Includes but is not limited to assisting members with move in/move out, submitting various informational notices to residents, assisting with house safety and maintenance checks, greeting and overseeing work of contractors or vendors performing specialized maintenance services, and monitoring for lease agreement adherence.
• Affords residents assistance with any questions, housing requests and/or problems.
• Empowers residents and monitors possible danger signals regarding suicide/homicide and safety.
• Initiates first aid in emergency situations in accordance with agency policy.
• Consults with supervisor or on-call staff in the event of an emergency.
• Maintains confidentiality and informs clients of rights and obtains necessary authorization for obtaining and releasing information.
• Maintains core competencies in relation to working with co-occurring disorders through continuing education and implementing skills into all aspects of treatment.
• Attends all scheduled Housing meetings, staff meetings, workshops, and seminars to learn community housing philosophy/standards, and agency policies & procedures; participates in on-going in-service training.
• Supports and assists with the facilitation of Care Plans for consumers within the Red Rock Health Team.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• General skill in exercising independent judgment, tact, patience, and understanding; maintaining effective working relationships with members, other staff, and the community.
• Availability to work flexible hours and be on call as needed.
• Valid Oklahoma Driver’s License, acceptable driving record, proof of auto insurance coverage.
• Experience working with adults with mental illness in a community setting and/or community mental health agency preferred.
• Commitment to the mission of Red Rock BHS.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to stand or sit for long periods of time.
• Must have the ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Able to travel approximately 10% of the time.
• Able to use telephone, PC, fax machine, copy machine, and printer.

HOW WE TAKE CARE OF YOU!

• We pay a generous portion of your Health Insurance.
• Low-cost Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Retail Plan with employer contributions equal to 5% of annual salary.
• Student Loan Repayment Options.
• No Cost Employee Assistance Plan.
• 3 Weeks Paid Time-Off (increases annually between years 2-10).
• 9 Paid Holidays.
• 1 Floating Holiday to use at your discretion.
• 4 Rest and Relaxation Days.
• 3 days of Education Leave.
• 4 hours of Volunteer Leave.
• Eligible for Pay Increases and Bonuses Annually.
• Employer Paid Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities.