What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Treatment Assistant position at PATH People Acting To Help, Inc.?
ABOUT PATH INC.
PATH (People Acting to Help) Inc. is a comprehensive Community Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Center. We offer a wide of array of services and supports to meet the needs of our community in Northeast Philadelphia. PATH regularly achieves the highest levels of accreditation including a 5 Star Provider Rating by CBH, Philadelphia’s Managed Care Entity, and recognition and awards related to our high-quality, innovative programs and staff accomplishments and contributions.
Our Mission? To Help Individuals Achieve a More Independent and Fulfilling Life.
WHY WORK AT PATH?
PATH understands the importance of having benefits, and so a comprehensive package is offered to our employees including:
A company sponsored 403b retirement plan, Health Insurance (Medical Services, Prescriptions, Dental & Vision), Sick Leave, Personal & Vacation Time, Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability!
JOB SUMMARY:
To promote the mission of PATH to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by being an effective team member. The RTA provides direct care including support, supervision, structure, assistance, skill training and therapeutic interventions, in groups and with individuals, in collaboration with RTF treatment team. Responsible for maintaining a supportive, safe, and therapeutic environment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of HS diploma/GED required. Prefer Associates or higher degree in human services field from an accredited college/university.
- 2 years direct experience working with youth or individuals with behavioral health concerns
- Must be able to use an electronic health record and electronic time keeping
- Ability to relate positively to youth and young adults with serious behavioral health issues and youth that may have a co-occurring diagnosis of autism or intellectual disability.
- Active and Valid Driver's License required.
- COVID-19 Vaccination, or willingness to receive vaccine required.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
- Provide supervision of residents at all times
- Maintain a supportive, therapeutic relationship with each resident
- Be aware of each resident’s service plan, history, medications, current needs and any special accommodations
required by the resident - Act as a role model at all times, maintaining appropriate boundaries and demonstrating effective communication skills
- Support individuals by providing assistance and training in all areas of daily living, including but not limited to the following:
- Hygiene, grooming, toileting and bathing
- Care of clothing, laundry
- Cooking, nutrition, dietary needs, meal preparation
- Leisure activity, recreation and social skill building
- Maintain clear and consistent expectations of each resident while maintaining a safe, supportive environment
- Implement, on a consistent basis, direct service interventions as defined in the individual’s service and psychiatric rehabilitation plans
- Oversee and actively assist in the completion of household chores ensuring the home is neat and clean at all times
- Maintain open and ongoing collaboration and communication with all team members including the therapist, psychiatrist, nurse and psych rehab specialist
- Maintain ongoing communication with each resident’s family/significant others utilizing diplomacy and tact and creating a welcoming environment
- Ensure any family concerns are shared immediately with a supervisor
- Participate in household shopping
- Coordinate, facilitate and engage in regular social activities both on and off campus with the residents
- Transport and accompany residents to appointments and activities, as assigned
- Provide program/shift coverage as assigned
- Upon successful completion of training, monitor residents taking their prescribed medications
- Provide crisis intervention in a calm therapeutic manner when indicated
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to perform crisis management interventions including restraints once training is successfully completed. Ability to walk distances during psych rehab activities and other community outings with residents.