Part-Time - Special Attendant

Role Overview

This position involves providing behavioral and therapeutic support to residents, implementing treatment plans, monitoring behavior, and assisting with daily living activities. It requires ensuring safety and security, including managing residents' behaviors and conducting searches. The role also includes supporting clinical and emergency responses, performing basic first aid, and assisting with recreational programs. Administrative duties include maintaining records, ordering supplies, and clerical tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in treatment plan implementation and conduct ongoing assessments.
• Monitor and report resident behavior, demonstrating therapeutic interventions such as de-escalation and behavior management.
• Ensure safety and security by managing resident movement, conducting searches, and handling aggressive behaviors.
• Support residents in daily living, housekeeping, and community skills development.
• Respond to emergencies with basic first aid and emergency procedures.
• Perform clerical tasks including documentation, supply management, and communication.

Qualifications & Skills

Candidates should possess a high school diploma or equivalent, and ideally have 1+ years of relevant experience. Knowledge of psychiatric care, behavior modification, and mental health systems is essential. Ability to respond effectively in emergencies, operate routine medical equipment, and perform routine clerical functions is required. Certification in CPR/AED or willingness to obtain is necessary.

Additional Requirements

Ability to operate a motor vehicle, respond to behavior cues, and perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations. The role may include supervisory responsibilities based on agency needs.