What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapeutic Program Worker position at COMPASS Family & Community Services?
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Therapeutic Program Worker Tier I & Tier II – Youngstown, OH, Warren, OH
Tier I Salary : $13.00 - $15.00 per hour Based on Experience; Full Time (40 hours per week); Comprehensive Benefits Package for Full Time; Part Time (20-24 hours per week)
.50 Shift Differential on Afternoon Shift; .40 Shift Differential on Midnight Shift
Shifts:
- Part Time and Full Time, Various Shifts - Warren and Youngstown
Afternoon = 4pm-12am; Midnight = 12am-8am
Tier II Salary : $16.00 per hour ; Full Time (40 hours per week); Comprehensive Benefits Package for Full Time
.50 Shift Differential on Afternoon Shift; .40 Shift Differential on Midnight Shift
Shifts:
- Full Time, Afternoon - Warren and Youngstown
Afternoon = 4pm-12am; Midnight = 12am-8am
Responsibilities:
- Monitors the whereabouts of the residents and or applicable visitors at all times.
- Supervision and monitoring of medications, which includes re-stocking and organization of supplies.
- Orients and assists in the completing of resident intakes.
- Provides services and or trains residents to function independently.
- Institutes and takes an independent pro-active approach to crisis intervention for unacceptable behavior as defined by the resident’s individual treatment plan (ISP).
- Plans, coordinates and schedules various resident positive and therapeutic activities
- Responsible for operating an Agency vehicle and transporting the residents as needed to various external recreational, educational and or occupational activities.
- Under the direction of clinical staff, participates directly in the development of individual service plans, which includes attending treatment, diagnostic and resident evaluation team meetings.
- Completes daily documentation/case notes logs in electronic records utilizing Credible
- Performs a variety of miscellaneous residential duties such as: performing light duty housekeeping in resident living /common areas. Assists in daily/ weekly shopping for food/household supplies. Completes required residential fire watches per guidelines. Prepares and or assists in the preparation of daily resident’s meals and meal plans.
- TIER II - Provides CPST and/or SUD Group service, as ordered by individual treatment plans, in order to train residents to function independently.
Qualifications - Tier I:
- Associate degree in social work, psychology, health and human services is preferred
- Three years social service and/or behavioral health related experience in a residential treatment facility is preferred.
- Basic Computer, Electronic Medical Records – Use of Credible Must have three years’ experience working with at-risk adolescents.
Qualifications - Tier II:
- Associate degree in social work, psychology, health and human services is preferred
- Three years social service and/or behavioral health related experience in a residential treatment facility is required.
- Must be able to be credentialed as a (QBHS) Qualified Behavioral Health Specialist
- Must be able to be credentialed as a (CDCA) Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant within 90 days of hire. Note: for those without a CDCA, COMPASS will provide the necessary training to meet this requirement.
- Basic Computer, Electronic Medical Records – Use of Credible Must have three years’ experience working with at-risk adolescents.
Benefits:
- 401(k) with employer match
- Health insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance
- Life Insurance and Short term/Long-term Disability
- Health savings account
- Paid time off and holidays
- Referral program
Miscellaneous requirements: Criminal background check; Pre-employment drug screen; If applicable to the position requirements: Clear driving record; TB test, Mini-Physical and First Aid/CPR. Normal activity which includes: Standing walking, climbing stairs etc., as well as staying awake during shifts. Lifting varies, must have the ability to carry normal household items. Potential exposure to blood borne pathogens. Strong social, communication and written skills. Must have the ability to develop rapport and be perceived by residents and staff as approachable. Ability to understand and carry out directives provided by clinical treatment team. Ability to multi-task, while maintaining accuracy and organization. Have a working knowledge of basic to intermediate electronic health records systems is preferred. Ability to work varied shifts.
Non-Exempt: Eligible for over time
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - SERVICE PROVIDED THROUGH AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
EOE-M/F/H including persons with disabilities and veteran
HPR
Salary : $13 - $16
