Mental Health Technician (Full-Time/Evenings/Weekends)

Company: Help at Home
Location: Savannah
Posted on: January 15, 2021

Job Description:

Job Description Coastal Home Care, a Help At Home Company, is still hiring in your community WE ARE NOW OFFERING A REFERRAL & SIGN - ON BONUS - ASK DURING YOUR INTERVIEW Coastal Home Care is the nation's leading provider of high-quality support to seniors and people with disabilities. Right now, our clients need us more than ever to continue living independently in their own homes. Our Mental Health Technician are essential service providers who support their clients with activities that keep them independent and prevent them from needing to move into high-risk facilities like nursing homes or assisted living centers. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Help at Home has led our industry in providing PPE to our teams, as well as providing training on proper use and other safety measures. Our Mental Health Technician work one-on-one with their clients in the safety of the client's home, and typically have minimal contact with others. Help at Home truly cares about our employees, and we are proud to offer the following benefits: Flexible scheduling that allows employees to maintain unemployment and does not interfere with stimulus package relief Quarantine and Hazard pay for employees exposed to COVID on the job Health care plans with expanded medical coverage to ensure no-cost testing and greater flexibility in maintaining coverage (on HAH plans only) Help at Home Cares Fund to provide financial support for employees in need Up to $150 hiring bonus - ask in your interview Industry-leading training and development opportunities Compassionate, professional management teams The Mental Health Technician provides daily support and monitoring of one or more individuals dually diagnosed with developmental disabilities and mental health illnesses. These individuals are served in a special program that provides 24 hour support and oversight in their own homes. Duties include assisting individuals with the activities of daily living, engaging in social activities and work, providing coaching and training in life skills, escorting to appointments and activities, and documenting all services electronically. Schedule: 3pm-11pm In order to be eligible for this role, you should have: HS Diploma or GED (or 5 years of experience providing care to an individual) One or more years of experience working with individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities Access to reliable transportation Commitment to serving your clients and their property with dignity, patience, and compassion Recognition of the needs and concerns of others, and the ability to build relationships with others from different backgrounds Flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to spend evenings and weekends caring for your clients Dedication to professional development, including completion of organizational and state-required training In order to be employed as a Mental Health Technician , candidates must comply with state background screening requirements. Compensation, benefits, time off and bonuses vary by state and location so please ask for complete details at your interview.

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