Community Counseling Solutions · 3 months ago
Residential Treatment Specialist - QMHA
Pendleton, OR
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$24.95/hr - $35.96/hr
3+ years expCommunity Counseling Solutions is a service provider located in Eastern Oregon, dedicated to improving the well-being of communities. They are seeking a Residential Treatment Specialist to provide services and support for clients, helping them develop skills to enhance their level of functioning through various health and social services.
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Responsibilities
This position provides residential care that meets the provision of room, board, care and services that assist the resident with ADL’s
Demonstrate the ability to document daily clinical information concisely and thoroughly: perform clerical and data entry tasks per instruction, read client notes and supporting documentation upon reporting to work
Complete timely progress notes and documenting treatment in line with the treatment plan as required by OARs and CCS policies and procedures
Document critical incidents using Incident Reports
Conduct/facilitate appropriate skills and activity groups oriented to treatment needs
Responsible for completion of the following documentation upon client admittance: Monthly Summaries and Monthly ADL Summaries (updated every month), Residential Plan of Care (updated every 6 months), Residential Assessments (updated yearly) and Respite Client Assessments (non-CCS)
Responsible for assisting with the completion of client intake packets, which may include contacting guardians for signatures
Coordination and case management with guardians and counties
Responsible for keeping current resident records in binders and performing monthly audits on them
Document critical incidents using Incident Reports
Stays awake and alert throughout the shift
Assists residents in personal self-management activities including eating, toileting, bathing, personal hygiene and grooming, cleaning, community access, personal spending, socialization, recreation, skill acquisition, and self-expression
Transfers residents to and from wheelchairs, beds, chairs, toilets, etc. Using the training and guidelines provided for such activities. Pushing clients in wheelchairs is also required
Administers prescribed medications, following physician’s orders and nurse policies for all medications and/or procedures, and documents on medical charts and count sheets according to established procedures
Supervises and/or assists in the preparation of meals and assists with the feeding of residents according to menus and dining plans
Conducts evacuation/fire drills as assigned
Orients, trains, and works with the residents to perform in an appropriate, safe, and independent, recovery-oriented manner within the guidelines of the resident’s personal care plan (PCP) or individual support plan (ISP)
Receive training prior to giving care; passes and maintains certification in CPR
Participates in the inventory, ordering and/or purchasing of client or program supplies, including food or medications, as assigned
Participate in the inventory of each client’s personal belongings upon admittance and after shopping trips
Maintains clean, sanitary and safe conditions, for example, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, window washing, etc., both routinely, and as needed. Reports all safety hazards
Reports any suspected violations or clients’ rights or abuse of a client by another client or a staff member according to policies and OAR’s regarding mandatory reporting. Such reporting is required for, but is not limited to, suspected incidents of physical assault, neglect of care, sexual exploitation of financial exploitation, which may also include borrowing or removing property from the home
Attending staff meetings and training sessions as scheduled
Responsible for creating and implementing group tracking documents and updating them on a daily basis
Assisting the QMHP in tracking progress towards goals given on client’s Treatment Plan, as well as assisting the clients to help them work towards these goals
Responsible for tracking all billable services provided to each client on a daily basis
In the absence of QMHP is responsible for writing daily progress notes
Works 1:1 with clients to help them develop basic life skills
In (non-CCS) Respite Clients, is responsible for all daily progress notes, providing services and completing discharge summaries
Responsible for providing medication education, passing medications, and documentation in the MAR
Follows the policies and procedures of Community Counseling Solutions
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
The ability to interact and relate to residents, staff, managers and others with respect and dignity
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; comprehend laws, administrative rules and regulations and agency policies, and develop and maintain effective working relationships with peers, supervisors and other professionals
Ability to deal with clients experiencing crisis situations
This position must possess a high school diploma or equivalent in addition to a bachelor's degree in a social services field; or have a combination of three years of experience
The ideal candidate will have three years of experience or a combination of education and experience in psychology, counseling, or a related field
Must be able to obtain MHACBO QMHA certification within 30 days of employment
The position requires the handling of highly confidential information. Must adhere to rules and laws pertaining to client confidentiality
Must possess or have the ability to possess functional knowledge of business English and medical terminology
Must have good spelling and basic mathematical skills
Must have the ability to learn assigned tasks readily and to adhere to general office procedures
Good organizational and time management skills are essential
Must have in-depth knowledge of standard office equipment
Must have basic knowledge of using Microsoft Office
Must have basic computer skills to navigate and enter data into EMR
Must possess the ability to represent the interest of the customer and the agency in a favorable light in the community
Must have the ability to work well with teams and other groups of individuals
Must be able to communicate effectively in both written and oral formats
Must have the ability to present and exchange information internally across teams and co-workers, and externally with customers and the public
Must pass all criminal history check requirements as required by ORS 181.536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 410-007-0200 through 410-007-0380
Must hold a valid driver's license as well as personal auto insurance for privately owned Vehicles utilized for CCS business such as client service purposes, travel between business offices and the community, to attend required meetings and trainings
This position requires an individual to be regularly available for work as scheduled
Position requires professional and personal skills to cope with stress associated with work involving a high degree of mental, emotional and physical demands
This position also requires the ability to bend, stoop, push and pull on an ongoing basis
This position may require an individual to lift and transfer clients using a two-person lifting technique
This position may involve working overtime, weekends, evening or overnight awake shifts
Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule; depending on community and resident needs
Preferred
Preference MHACBO QMHA certification at time of hire
Benefits
Health, dental and vision insurance
6% initial 401K match
Potential for tuition reimbursement
Generous paid vacation, floating holiday, mental health days, etc. (Exempt employees receive additional admin leave hours)
Paid holidays
Student loan forgiveness (NHSC & Public Service)
Paid licensure supervision.
Employee Assistance & Wellness Benefits
Company
Community Counseling Solutions
Community Counseling Solutions offers behavioral health services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dr. Triphi Margaret Wallace
CEO/Owner
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