Residential Specialist (Behavioral Health) - Every Other Weekend - Baltimore County 9 AM - 9 PM - Prologue Inc

Residential Specialist (Behavioral Health) Every Other Weekend Baltimore County 9a-9p

General Position Description:

The Residential Specialist within Prologue Inc.'s Residential Rehabilitation Program (RRP) creates and implements individual rehabilitation plans by providing direct psychiatric rehabilitation services and skills training to individuals recovering from mental illness. The Residential Specialist works with clients directly in their homes by providing the support to assist consumers in developing the skills necessary for independence and success.

Working Hours: Every other Saturday and Sunday: 9 AM - 9 PM

Required Education, Knowledge and Skill Abilities to Perform Essential Job Functions:

A high school diploma is required and experience in human service delivery is preferred. Ability to work as a part of a team is necessary. A clean driving record is required. Ability to respect individual choice in the recovery process and a commitment to recovery through the psychiatric rehabilitation process is required. Also, this position requires strong verbal communication skills and the ability to respect the choices and limitations of residents.

Summary of Essential Functions, Responsibilities and Duties

•Assist consumers with implementing Individual Rehabilitation Plans to reach goals

•Facilitate group and individual activities

•Provide transportation to assist consumers in using community resources

•Document in logbook and complete incident reports as needed by end of shift.

•Assist consumers with independent living skills

•Communicate with supervisors and other employees to ensure continuum of service

•Provide residential program coverage

•Perform medication monitoring

•Engage in crisis management

•Perform other duties as requested by supervisors

Utilize computer systems (Electronic Health Record, Time/Attendance, Email, etc.)