Rehabilitation Assistant

About the role

Residential Rehabilitation Program (RRP) services are designed for individuals with serious mental illness who have difficulty maintaining housing. Our team helps individuals obtain housing, employment, mental health services, and more. This is a direct care opportunity to provide support for mental health treatment. You will assist in providing a safe and therapeutic environment that encourages the overall independence and well-being of your clients.

Responsibilities

• Act as a residential counselor assistant as you work with clients to learn or regain skills for successful community and independent living and socialization.
• Assist in ensuring medication compliance which involves responsibility for safety, dosage, and cleanliness.
• Work as part of a collaborative service team to develop and implement individual service plans.
• Provide transportation and attend clients' medical appointments, including advocacy services throughout the appointment and ensuring that all follow-up instruction is documented and/or followed through on.
• Develop a rapport with clients, becoming part of their trusted support system, celebrating their wins, and cheering them on as they progress in their recovery.

Training and support

All direct care staff will be thoroughly trained to provide all services and should expect supportive and ever-present mentorship from senior staff members as they perform the requested duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Willingness to obtain additional certifications and trainings as required.
• Valid driver's license with 3 points or less and access to an insured vehicle.
• Must have availability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays depending upon need of the program.

Benefits

• Commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for benefit-eligible positions.
• 403(b) retirement match.
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit-eligible positions.
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Generous mileage reimbursement program.

Pay

The pay rate for this position is $18.50 an hour.

Schedule

PRN or As Needed Schedule.