Psychosocial Rehabilitation Technician - Adult

Job Type


Full-time

Description

PSYCHOSOCIAL REHABILITATION TECHNICIAN

Adult Psychosocial Rehabilitation, (M-F 7:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.)

CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK


Psychosocial Rehabilitation Technicians are responsible for facilitating program activities with consumers enrolled in day treatment programs. This position may require operation of a 15-passenger van to transport consumers to and from the day treatment programs. The work involves constant monitoring and supervision of consumers for ensuring their safety, well-being and improvement in daily functioning.

EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains documentation as evidence that all duties are completed in accordance with program requirements contained in the Mississippi Department of Mental Health Operational Standards.
• Maintains proper training, continuing education, qualifications, and other certifications required for this position as written in the Mississippi Department of Mental Health Operational Standards.
• Represents Region 8 and Region 8 Administration in a positive manner at all times both internally and externally.
• Always leads by example and is a positive role model for coworkers.
• Supervises consumers in day treatment activities, including meal and snack preparation, clerical duties and maintenance.
• Meets regularly with day treatment staff to increase consumer participation.
• Assists staff with menu preparation, food inventory, shopping and ordering of supplies as necessary.
• Assists in supervision of consumers while on field trips.
• Transportation of consumers as directed by supervisor
• All other duties as assigned by Supervisors.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess at a minimum a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have a valid Mississippi driver's license.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

REPORTING SUPERVISOR


Program Coordinator/Directors, County Administrator and Clinical Directors.

POSITIONS SUPERVISED


None

Salary Description


$15.00 per hour