Residential Care Provider (RCP) - STAR Home (MH) - Covington, GA - FT at View Point Health in covington, Georgia

Job Description:

View Point Health

Job Title: Residential Care Provider (RCP)

Job Code: SSS010/ Client Support Worker

Shift: 1st or 2nd Shift Full-Time (40 hours per week on average)

Job Hours: 7:00am - 3:00pm or 3:00pm - 11:00pm

Base Location: STAR - Covington, GA

Division/Department/Program: Adult MH Supportive Housing Intensive

The Residential Care Provider (RCP) is responsible for oversight of the day-to-day functioning of the individuals residing at the home. The STAR home is a new program that provides intensive support in a residential setting for clients who have a history with high-risk mental health behaviors (self-harm, suicidal ideations, etc.) through Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). The individuals are assigned and monitored based upon individualized safety levels of observation. The primary goal for the individuals is to stabilize the self-harm/at-risk behavior through DBT Skills application. The staff will receive training and on-the-job support to help implement DBT Skills and DBT skills review with individuals. During an individual's time at the residence, the safety levels will decrease as the client stabilizes. As ongoing stabilization is achieved, the treatment approach will shift to a focus towards Independent Living Skills. The RCP will train and support Independent Living Skills with the individual served in the residence. The RCP will monitor, and document general activity and progress made of these at-risk individuals.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Clinical Support

Complete Observation Sheet to ensure and document safety levels required for assigned client(s)
Implement and review DBT skills with clients as well as complete daily Skill Review Documentation in Electronic Medical Record
Follow pre-established safety guidelines for each client.
Discuss progress and concerns with supervision for review at Treatment Team Meetings

Independent Living Support

Assist in determining the individuals' strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences by observing daily activities and reviewing records.
Assists individuals in basic problem-solving and daily decision-making using the least intrusive methods appropriate while meeting the safety guidelines.
Assist in providing training and oversight in daily living skills and personal care, such as dressing, hygiene, housekeeping, cooking, laundry, money management and socialization skills using techniques appropriate for their abilities as determined by the treatment team for each client.
Maintains the residence in a clean and organized condition.
Plans, prepares, and serves balanced meals following safety guidelines for each client.
Transports individuals to work, day programs, doctor appointments, shopping, recreational and other activities as needed.
Supervises the self-administration of individuals' medications using agency protocols and maintains required records.
Documents individuals' progress toward goals and objectives identified in their treatment and/or behavior plans through activity/progress notes, data-tracking sheets, and/or other prescribed skill builder formats as needed.
Completes all home and vehicle records, logs, notes, assessments, reports, and other documentation according to protocols.
Lifts and carries groceries and supplies and moves furniture for cleaning.
Assists disabled individuals on/off vehicle and secures seatbelts. May use a gait belt or mechanical lift to lift and position individuals, as needed.
Performs other duties that require moderate lifting.

Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED AND any combination of training and experience, which would have enabled the applicant to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. Must be 21 years of age, have valid Georgia Driver's License, and a clean motor vehicle report.

Note: Some positions may require a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with MH/IDD population.
Certified Nursing Assistant certification (CNA), Direct Support Professional (DSP), Direct Care Professional (DCP) or Patient Care Technician (PCT) preferred.

Requirements/Competencies:

Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and subject to random drug screens
Must have a valid Driver's License and a clean Motor Vehicle Record in accordance with company policy
Must pass a criminal background check (including fingerprinting)
Requires TB Evaluation at pre-employment and annually
Requires negative COVID test at employment
Must be able to lift 20 pounds
Requires long periods of sitting/standing
Must have the following technical skills - Word, Excel and Electronic Health Record (Care Logic)
Must be willing to transport residents in company van
Must demonstrate the ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients in a residential treatment setting
Must be able to lift and carry groceries and supplies and move furniture for cleaning.
Must be able to assist disabled individuals on/off vehicle and secure seatbelts.
Must be able to use a gait belt and mechanical lift to lift and position individuals, as needed.

Benefits (for qualified employees):

State Health Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, long-term care, legal services, flexible spending accounts)
Paid New Hire Training
Company contributes additional 7.5% of salary to 401(a) Retirement Plan
No employee deduction for Social Security
Additional benefits such as legal services, Employee Assistance Program and discounted tickets to attractions, shopping, technology and travel
Supervision, training, and continuing education opportunities available

View Point Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: View Point Health recruits qualified candidates for positions in View Point Health programs throughout its service area. It is the policy of View Point Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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