Mental Health Technician - NAMI of GA

Job Family:
Student Work Study Department:
Student Employment Supervisor:
Jose Gonzalez Matos

Job Title:

Mental Health Technician - NAMI of Central GA

• Supervise residents in all daily aspects of the residential program
• Lead group and group activities
• Act as liaison with care providers and case workers to ensure program and quality of life is in the best interest of the resident
• Communicate effectively with doctors, family members, staff and others
• Assist in the administration of medications, replenishment of medications and ensure proper documentation of same
• Become familiar with each resident's diagnosis and care plan to ensure program and activities are helping to meet outcomes
• Serve as a role model for residents
• Maintain complete, accurate, and current program documentation and records
• Appropriate documentation of residents medical, behavioral, and physical changes
• Redirect resident’s behavior and intervene regarding inappropriate behavior
• Possess patience and understanding when assisting aggressive residents to effectively meet treatment needs, while complying with human rights regulations
• Provide supervision and assistance to residents, not limited to assisting with bathing, dressing and grooming
• Provide coverage for shifts and hours as needed
• Transport and accompany residents to and from medical appointments, recreational activities, shopping trips and other scheduled activities as assigned by supervisor
• Coordinate daily schedules and duties/activities of the residents
• Perform duties essential to program welfare (i.e., grocery shopping, laundry, cleaning, other household duties)
• Assist, monitor, or prompt the resident to complete the above items
• Prepare meals for the residents, grocery shop if necessary, and clean up after meal preparation
• Ensure the home and equipment remain clean, sanitary, and in good working condition
• Participate in continuing education programs, seminars, workshops, and in-services to improve professional knowledge of intellectual disabilities
• Participate in all staff and collaborative meetings as required or needed
• Effectively handle challenges, complaints, conflicts, and incidents in a patient, respectful, agreeable, and diligent manner with minimal supervision
• Work in tangent with the Residential Manager and Executive Director to maintain policy and procedures, resident medication, and a professional appearance
• Continuously enhance the lives of the residents by utilizing all principals of normalization and treat residents with consideration, respect, dignity, integrity, individuality, and recognize their needs
• Maintain certifications, licensures, and records as required or needed
• Prepare reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis regarding the metrics of staff and group home’s residents and duplex
• Perform all other relevant job duties as assigned by immediate supervisor

• Frequent use of hands, wrists, and fingers and lifting or moving up to 50 lbs. may be required
• Movements such as stooping, crouching, bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching are required
• Noise and/or level of distractions in the work environment is moderate
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close, distance, and peripheral vision
• Ability to operate a motorized vehicle and have reliable transportation
• Performs household cleaning chores such as washing dishes, doing laundry, and mopping

• Age 18 or older with a high school diploma or GED, bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
• TB screening, First Aid/CPR, and Proxy Caregiver Certifications are a must (will provide)
• Non-Profit experience is a plus
• Preferred experience working with the mentally ill
• Minimum one-year experience in healthcare/insurance/caregiving
• Valid Georgia driver’s license with a clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Report)
• Live within commuting distance of the NAMI facility, group home, and duplex
• Proficient computer/office equipment skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask
• Possess strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Critical listening and thinking skills
• Strong time management skills

Pay Rate: $13/hr

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