2nd Shift : 24 hours
- weekend shift differential of $1 dollar more an hour ($20.39)
Tuesday - Thursday 4pm - 12am
Scope of Service : Assists individuals with daily personal routines and includes providing prompts for daily living skills, skill-building activities, and participation in groups. Provides companionship to residents and establishes a trusting and professional relationship. Works with licensed or visiting nursing personnel to monitor medical concerns and observe interaction with medications, as indicated. Reports any concerns or medical issues. Ensures living spaces are safe, sanitary, and well-organized. Leads group activities and outings. Collaborates with nursing, management, and coworkers to ensure residents receive the best quality services. Performs other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Client Care :
Establishes rapport and positive working relationships with clients whilemaintaining professional ethics and boundaries.
Enhances a client's independent living skills by engaging, assessing, andproviding various modalities of teaching and assistance (e.g. modeling,
prompting, hands-on assistance).
Provides hands-on support and guidance for activities of daily living such aspersonal care / hygiene, housekeeping, laundry, food management / nutrition,
budgeting, health and safety, leisure, and other activities which promote healthy
living.
Facilitates / co-facilitates psycho-educational groups as indicated.Engages with clients in community integration and social recreation activities.Provides transportation to and from appointments as identified.Educates and trains clients with travel planning and use of public and privatetransportation.
Conducts regular apartment / room inspections and assists the clients inmaintaining the cleanliness of their living spaces which may require hands-on
assistance.
Conducts ongoing rounds checks ensuring safety of each individuals and theprogram.
Administers breathalyzer tests and urinalysis samples, as applicable.Documents shift logs in electronic record according to contract and agencypolicy.
Develops and maintains working relationships with providers, families, andnatural supports.
Responds to crisis situations and provides appropriate interventions as outlinedin the agency policy for Nonviolent Practices.
Supervises, monitors and documents the self-administration of clientmedications.
Attends and participates in monthly staff meetings, clinical rounds, All-Treatermeetings and supervision.
Environmental Responsibilities :
Maintains a clean, well-organized work environment.Ensures all program egresses and walkways are clear to support workplacesafety.
Notifies supervisor of maintenance and / or safety issues and generates workorders as needed.
Conducts and participates in fire and emergency evacuation drills, and reviewsthe emergency preparedness plan as outlined in agency policy.
Participates in Food Bank activities as assigned.In order to maintain the security and safety of the clients and facility, staff isrequired to remain awake during all shifts.
Quality Assurance :
Adheres to policies and practices as outlined in the staff handbook andprogram operations manual.
Consistently works in a respectful, constructive, and cooperative manner.Upholds all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)regulations and secures all necessary releases of information for outside
communication.
Models culturally competent behavior interacting with clients, providers, family,and fellow staff.
Maintains accurate electronic records and case files as assigned and inaccordance with programming, contractual, licensing, and accreditation
requirements.
Adheres to the standards of the Council on the Accreditation of RehabilitationFacilities (CARF).
Participates in agency committee work when available or as permitted.Completes all trainings as required per program contract and agency policy.Attends agency sponsored in-services, outside trainings, conferences andmeetings to facilitate continued professional growth and ensure the quality of
case management practices.
QUALIFICATIONS :
High School Diploma or equivalent considered with a minimum of one (1) yearexperience in related healthcare field. Licensed CNA or other related healthcare
certification accepted in lieu of experience.
Prior experience working with people with severe and persistent mental illness,intellectual disabilities, and / or addiction.
Knowledge of the community support system and resources preferred.Valid Connecticut Driver's license with clean driving record is required.Scattered site and non-24 hr. program positions require the employee to
maintain reliable
transportation and be willing to transport clients in personal vehicles.
CPR / First Aid certification offered as part of orientation. Employee responsibleto maintain ongoing certification.
Proficient computer skills required, including Microsoft Office and electronicrecord keeping.
Company Benefits Include :
Competitive Wages401(k) - with company match up to 3.5%Medical, Dental and VisionFSA and Dependent Care AccountsCompany Sponsored Employee Assistance ProgramCompany Sponsored Life, AD&D and LTDColonial Supplemental InsuranceVacation, PTO & Sick time for eligible FT 40 & PT (20-39 hour)Employees
Connecticut Paid Sick Time for all employees up to 40 hoursa year
12 Company Holidays Paid at Double Time (hourly employees)