Clinical Specialist at Sevita in Tucson, Arizona

Job Description:

<div><div><span style="color: #56c2b6;"><strong>Mentor Community Services</strong>,</span> a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You'll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.</div></div><br/><br/><p style="margin: 0px 0in;"><span style="white-space: normal;"><strong>Bilingual Clinical Specialist</strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0px 0in;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px 0in;"><span style="white-space: normal;">Looking for rewarding work in an organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of others? Bring your clinical and interpersonal skills to a team-based workplace that puts people first. As the Clinical Specialist, you will provide services in residential, vocational, or in-home settings, providing invaluable support to the individuals you serve. <br></span></p><p style="margin: 0px 0in;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px 0in;"><span style="white-space: normal;"><strong>Must be bilingual.</strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0px 0in;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px 0in;"><span style="white-space: normal;"><strong>Salary: $43,000 Annually (Salary plus overtime compensation)</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="white-space: normal;">Ensure that support plans and services adhere to Individual Plans, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">Complete structured assessment interviews with parents/care providers. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">Conduct observation of the individual in appropriate settings such as home, school, or community. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">Review social history information, complete functional assessments, and target appropriate behavior baseline information for each referred individual. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">Write and submit a summary of assessment and recommended behavior support plan components to interdisciplinary team (IDT) or operations leader, as applicable. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">Advocate for the human and civil rights of individuals receiving services from the agency by attending and presenting behavior support plan information to review committees. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">Document progress and activity; review records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintain confidentiality; complete billing documentation as applicable; organize and record all documentation in an accurate and timely manner. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">Maintain healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians, and case managers; implement the company's Customer Service Standards. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">Report any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards; report medical, behavioral, and other incidents following company policy and external requirements. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">Maintain confidentiality and respect the rights of individuals according to applicable bill of rights; practice universal precautions; assist individuals in exercising their rights. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">Support and train staff in implementing Individual Support Plans (i.e.: behavior intervention plans) and conduct classes and orientations as assigned. Attend staff meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings as needed. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">Assist with socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living as needed. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">May accompany individuals to medical appointments; relay instructions and information to and from medical providers as required. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">If assigned, accurately administer and document delivery of medications and treatments; promptly report administration errors; maintain appropriate security of controlled medications and other medications and supplies. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">If assigned, monitor individual's health, documenting concerns and communicating with nurse or supervisor as appropriate; follow individual health care directives. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">May transport individuals into the community; drive safely and according to local laws; assure proper use of safety equipment including seat belts, lifts, and wheelchair ties; report accidents and safety concerns to appropriate authorities, supervisor, or maintenance personnel immediately. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">Check water temperature as required when assisting with bathing; participate in safety drills and protect persons being served in the event of emergency. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal;">Comply with all established safety policies, procedures, and rules; report unsafe hazards to supervisor and participate in safety-related training or activities.</span></li></ul><p><span style="white-space: normal; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><em>Qualifications:<br></em></strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="white-space: normal; font-size: 10pt;">Bachelor's Degree in a human services field. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal; font-size: 10pt;">Two years of related experience. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal; font-size: 10pt;">Training in behavior modification techniques and/or experience providing behavior management treatment as required by state or program funder. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal; font-size: 10pt;">Knowledge of specialized populations such as individuals with a developmental disability, brain injury, or mental health; expertise in special disciplines such as behavioral support, early intervention, or crisis intervention. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal; font-size: 10pt;">Reliable, responsible, and caring nature with ability to work well with others. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal; font-size: 10pt;">Commitment to the company's mission and values. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal; font-size: 10pt;">Current driver's license, car registration and auto insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services. </span></li><li><span style="white-space: normal; font-size: 10pt;">All state-required training and certification completed in mandated timeframes. </span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: arial; font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;"><span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">Why Join Us? </span></p><ul style="margin-left: .375in; direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: #393839;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; background: white;">Full-time position (40 hours/week) </span></li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: #393839;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; background: white;">Full compensation/benefits package plus 401(k) with company match. </span></li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: #393839;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; background: white;">Generous Paid time off and holiday pay.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: #393839;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; background: white;">"On-Demand Pay"- get paid for the days you work without waiting for payday! All employees have the option to access their pay as soon as they earn it through their employee app - no fees and super easy!</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: #393839;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; background: white;">Complex work adding value to the organization's mission alongside a great team of co-workers.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: #393839;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; background: white;">Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: arial; font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">We have meaningful work for you - come join our team - </span><span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">Apply Today!</span></p><p> </p><br/><br/><p style="margin: 0px 0in;"><span style="background: white; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; white-space: normal;">Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. <br><br>We've made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S. <br> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; white-space: normal;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px 0in;"><em><span style="background: white; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 8pt; white-space: normal;">Sevita is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects the unique talents, experiences, and perspectives of our employees and the people we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.</span></em><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 8pt; white-space: normal;"><em> </em></span></p>PandoLogic. Keywords: Clinical Services Specialist, Location: Tucson, AZ - 85726