Indian Rivers Mental Health Center - Tuscaloosa, AL
posted 15 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Tuscaloosa, AL
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
About the position
The Direct Care Staff position at the Crisis Center involves providing essential support to clients with mental illness and/or substance use disorders. This full-time role requires working 12-hour shifts from 7 PM to 7 AM, including weekends and holidays. The staff will be responsible for various duties, including client transportation, observation, education, and maintaining confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations. The position demands effective communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Responsibilities
- Provide transportation for clients as needed.
- Work assigned shifts, weekends, holidays, and overnight as scheduled.
- Perform observation of clients as directed by your supervisor.
- Assist in client education of symptoms and illness management as directed by supervisor.
- Gain certification in the management of disruptive behaviors and de-escalation techniques.
- Assist as needed in providing meals to clients.
- Assist as needed in general cleaning at the Crisis Center.
- Document all clinical notes in accordance with agency policies and within 24 hours.
- Conduct client trainings as assigned by supervisor.
- Maintain communication and awareness of current events by reading memos, e-mails, bulletin boards, and communication logs.
- Work independently and/or with teams to complete assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner with minimum supervision.
- Support Organizational Code of Conduct, Standards Compliance, HIPAA and Security Programs.
- Maintain the confidential nature of all client and Organization related activities.
- Adhere to attendance and punctuality policy.
- Comply with all standards related to safety and health.
- Identify opportunities for improving the quality of services provided by the department and the organization.
- All other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Operations Manager or Crisis Center Director.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience working with clients with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities preferred.
- One (1) year experience in a mental health setting preferred.
- Current Alabama driver's license and good driving record as defined by Indian Rivers' policy.
- Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.
Benefits
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
- Employees Retirement System of Alabama
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Voluntary Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
