Arizona Department of Health Services · 3 weeks ago
RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM SPCT
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$19.64/hr - $19.64/hrThe Arizona Department of Health Services is dedicated to promoting and improving health and wellness in Arizona. They are looking for a Residential Program Specialist 1 to provide direct care and ensure the safety and supervision of residents at the Arizona Community Protection & Treatment Center.
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Responsibilities
Perform entry level guidance, consultation and program assignments in a timely manner
Interact with residents, compile information and prepare records and documents in the resident's electronic health records
Assist in interactions involving discipline of residents and provide crisis intervention
Utilize Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) techniques, implement crisis intervention and behavior management procedures when a resident is violent, suicidal, or has behavior difficulties
Escort and transport residents within the facility and into the community
Participant in games, sports, and other recreational activities with the residents
Provide care of residents through guidance of personal hygiene and receive requests to make personal telephone calls and visits from family
Qualification
Required
Valid Driver's License
Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR and NVCI Certification
Possess a valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card or apply for one within seven (7) working days after beginning employment
Attend required training at start of employment
Preferred
Basic competency in process/quality improvement methodologies
Basic competency with documentation and written record keeping skills
Basic competency in social perceptiveness, applying regulations governing high security risk residents
Basic competency in the practices of patience, perseverance, and resilience
Active listening and adaptive communication and interpersonal skills
Basic competency in problem resolution to include decision making, problem solving, and judgement skills
Proficient competency in following directives
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance options
Supportive retirement plan through Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
10 paid holidays and generous vacation/sick leave
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave (pilot program)
Tuition reimbursement, wellness plans, and professional development
Company
Arizona Department of Health Services
The Arizona Department of Health Services is dedicated to Health and Wellness for All Arizonans.
Founded in 1979
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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unknownKey Investors
CDA Foundation
2024-03-18Grant
Leadership Team
Jason LaForest
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
Ryan Rodney, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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