Safety and Support Representative

Position Summary :

Safety and Support Representatives provide support to direct care providers by provide supervision of consumers. Engaging youth and adults in problems solving safety and support concerns they assist direct care as needed with meeting patient needs, activities and responsibilities, modeling safe and positive behavior and using effective problem solving skills.

Safety and Support Representatives are responsible for adhering to the Employee Manual, Operations Manual and organizational policies and procedures in completing job responsibilities.

When needed, a Safety and Support Representative may act in a Lead Capacity when Program Director and Program Managers are absent from Unit based upon workloads and staffing requirements.

Education :

High school diploma or GED from an accredited high school

Experience :

At least one year related experience and / or training; requires Intermediate computer skills in typing / keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as Outlook email

Preferred Experience :

Experience working in a behavioral health setting or related field focused on serving individuals through the use of trauma informed and person centered approaches.

Experience engaging individuals experience behavioral health crisis is preferred.

Certification / Licensure :

• At least 21 years old
• Valid Drivers License
• Valid Auto Insurance

Job Duties / Responsibilities :

• Supervises unit activity and patient movement
• Responsible for keeping the unit safe, clean and orderly
• Familiar with patient goals; able to follow individualized treatment plans for patients provided by team of professionals
• Provide needed supports to youth and adults
• Assist with patient supervision and engagement
• Provides crisis intervention and initiates emergency response plan, when necessary
• Completes required documentation, forms and reports per agency's policy and procedures; enters documentation accurately and timely per required deadlines utilizing CMC Hospitals computer software programs
• Documents relevant information on each client regarding their behavior and interactions
• Utilizes CMC’s HRIS system to keep personal profile up to date, record PTO, source information on benefits, and stay abreast on company updates
• Provides transportation for patients to visits and other appointments as needed and directed
• May assist in meal preparation and laundry as needed and directed
• Attends staff meeting as directed
• Attends and completes all required in-service training and course work on an annual basis per agency requirements
• Other duties may be assigned according to qualification of staff and development of programs.

Join us :

• We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
21 days ago