Residential Aide

Primary Objective of Position

The primary objective of this position is to provide evening and weekend oversight of clients in their group home setting under general supervision.

Essential Job Functions

• Physical requirements may require lifting up to 25#’s (greater with assistance), up a flight of stairs, bending, stooping, prolonged sitting, and the ability to get in and out of a vehicle without assistance.
• Must have ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Must possess people skills and the ability to work with those suffering severe mental illness.
• Some traveling required where exposure to inclement weather of heat, cold, rain, and snow may occur; may be exposed to household chemicals.
• Must complete Credible EHR functionality and overview training within the first month of employment and must stay current on all new features throughout employment.
• Shall participate in HIPAA, MANDT, and CPR training within first three (3) months of employment and maintain certifications throughout employment.
• Must possess a valid Montana Operator’s License (If your own personal vehicle is used to transport any client, your vehicle must have insurance that will cover passengers).

Major Areas of Accountability and Performance

• Follows the treatment plans of clients as developed by their therapist in conjunction with the Lead Clinician.
• Aids in maintaining a safe “Home Like” environment.
• Shares in the responsibility of training of new employees.
• Welcome new residents and their families to the group home.
• Maintains a good work relationship among all of the Mental Health Center Staff.
• Maintains a good and professional relationship with the community and local Health Care Professionals.
• Maintains professional confidentiality.
• Charts AGH weekly reports on assigned shift, records the taking of medications in eMAR on the credible system, and keeps all resident medication in the locked drawer in the office.
• Shares rotation of “on call” Crisis Line duties.
• Performs all listed daily duties posted and such other duties as may be assigned.

Supervision - Responsibility for Work of Others

• May assist in training new employees.

Education, Training, and Experience Requirements

• Graduation from High School or its equivalent with a combination of education and experience in the public or mental health fields.
• Must have computer skills.
• Must complete Credible EHR functionality and overview training within the first month of employment and must stay current on all new features throughout employment.
• Shall participate in HIPAA, MANDT, and CPR training within first three (3) months of employment and maintain certifications throughout employment.
• Must possess a valid Montana Driver’s License (If your own personal vehicle is used to transport any client, your vehicle must have insurance that will cover passengers).

Examples of Performance Criteria and Expectations

• Attend all monthly Group Home Staff meetings.
• Share the responsibilities of maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and general house upkeep throughout each Group Home.
• Be a role model for the residents, maintain, and/or improve Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
• Share the responsibility of keeping accurate and thorough records of the residents and the happenings at the Group Home.

PAY & SCHEDULE

• HOURLY WAGE: $16.75 - $19.75 DOE

BENEFITS

• Competitive pay
• Excellent benefits
• Opportunity to be part of a compassionate team dedicated to helping others live successfully in their community

Application

Please complete an online application by clicking on the link below: https://www.emcmhc.com/employment-opportunities/

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform any non-essential job function.

EEO Statement

Eastern Montana Community Mental Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion color, sex, age, national origin, marital status, military status, or disability.