Mental Health Aide- $26 - $28 / hr

Mental Health Aide

Salary: $26 - $28.00 / per hour

Maxim Healthcare Services in San Jose, CA is hiring for Mental Health Aide to work with children and adults with developmental delays and challenging behaviors

Why Join Maxim?

• Competitive pay, weekly paychecks, paid training
• Ongoing supervision from a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Flexible scheduling PT and FT
• College Partnership programs & opportunities for continuing education
• Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) savings plan, and PTO

Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one-behavior intervention services to individuals with behavioral challenges
• Provides/assists with daily program activities in the areas of self-help, communication, social, cognitive, motor and behavior and crisis intervention
• Assist client with personal care activities including bathing, oral hygiene, preparation and feeding of meals, dressing and undressing, ambulation and other activities as needed
• Implement and collect data of the behaviors and goals outlined in the Behavior Support Plan

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Previous experience working in an educational or healthcare setting preferred
• At least one year of experience working with children/adults with special needs who display challenging or aggressive behaviors
• College coursework in psychology, education, social work, behavioral sciences or related field preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Updated TB Test
• Current In-person or Hybrid CPR/First Aid Certification for Adults and Pediatric

About Maxim Healthcare Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed. Maxim Healthcare, Inc. ("Maxim") is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.