Part Time Mental Health Professional

Position Summary: The Mental Health Professional role provides oversight of the Mental Health & Intellectual Disabilities Program and all Mental Health Workers. Responsibilities include marketing this program to case managers, intake completion on new admissions, service admission, and completion of both the mental health assessment and person-centered plan. In this position, excellent communication skills are required in order to effectively chair quarterly meetings for the Human Rights Committee and Basic Assurances Committee. QDDP certification and travel in the field Required. Hours: Part Time: Monday - Friday 10 am to 2 pm. Hours subject to change based on business needs. Location: Addus HomeCare 808 Downtowner Blvd Suite B Mobile, AL 36609 We Offer Our Team The Best Retirement PlanningDaily Pay OptionsLife InsuranceEmployee discounts Essential Duties Participate in the development of Person Centered Plans and Individual Service Plans in cooperation with outside client supportsWrite the Individual Service Plans (ISPs) as required. Develop goals and objectives to enhance each individual's strengths and provide training, support, and resources necessary to maximize their adaptive functioningAssess each individual's habilitation potential including, but not limited to, their strengths, needs, and interestsProvide program methods and monitor staff implementation while evaluating the individual's response to support provided and modifies programs as neededCoordinate with Quality Assurance Manager to provide training for staff in the following areas: habilitation, program implementation, documentation, rights, mandatory reporting on abuse/neglect/ special incidents, and health and safetyEstablish staffing guidelines and maintain staffing levels for each program in a timely manner as well as home schedules consistent with clients' needs.Ensure all necessary data is submitted as scheduled.Assist in the development and maintenance of Behavior Management PlansEnsure revisions in training and programs are made and documented if the consumer shows no progress in three (3) monthsEnsure training of all residential habilitation staff on policies, procedures, and individual ISPs/behavioral plans, as applicableSign all Medicaid waiver paperworkConduct staff meetings and provide supervision of client's homes to ensure quality careOn-call responsibilities to include handling staffing or critical issues as they ariseProvide direct care/support and oversee care for adults with developmental disabilitiesMaintain positive community relations with social service agencies, community resources, families, and the local neighborhoodEnsure effective employee on-boarding and provide training for staff in the following areas: habilitation, program implementation, documentation, rights, mandatory reporting on abuse/neglect/ special incidents, and health/safety standardsComplete 90-day client supervisory visitsReview all client restrictions at least quarterly, or more often at the request of the clientTrack and effectively address all client, family, case manager, and employee complaintsParticipate in and attend the Behavior Program Review Committee meetings as needed. Maintain minutes from all meetings.Facilitate, encourage and identify client's natural support systemsInform clients of their rights and responsibilities upon admission and at least annuallyCompletes all admission documents and the client welcome packet upon entering service with AddusTrack and ensure clients receive annual physicals and annual TB testing. Maintain all associated documentation in the client's fileAssist the case manager in obtaining and maintaining all hospitalization records for clientsUpdate client care plans, as needed, with regards to changes in the plan of care, schedule or needs of the clients.Assist in the processing of employee payrollReport and investigate all allegations of client abuse, neglect and exploitation Position Requirements & Competencies Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in a human services field (Psychology, Sociology, Special Education, Social Work, or a related field), and a minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is required.Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP) certification Required.2 years experience as a Mental Health professional working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.One year of supervisory experience preferredMust have a satisfactory criminal background check in accordance with State requirementsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff.Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives and execute change management.Attention to detail; ability to understand and comply with program/contract policies and procedures.Build strong internal networks. Addus provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. To apply via text, text 11917 to 334-518-4376. Employee wellbeing is top priority at Addus Homecare, and we're thrilled to announce our recognition as the top healthcare company on Indeed's 2024 Top 100 Work Wellbeing Index. View the full rankings here: https://www.indeed.com/employers/work-wellbeing/work-wellbeing-100-ranking.