PSYCHOSOCIAL REHABILITATION TECHNICIAN
(Floater)
CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Technicians are responsible for facilitating program activities with consumers enrolled in day treatment programs. This position may require operation of a bus or van to transport consumers to and from the day treatment programs. The work involves constant monitoring and supervision of consumers for ensuring their safety, well-being and improvement in daily functioning.
EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITIES
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Maintains documentation as evidence that all duties are completed in accordance with program requirements contained in the Department of Mental Health Operational Standards.
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Maintains proper training, continuing education, qualifications, and other certifications required for this position as written in the Department of Mental Health Operational Standards.
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Represents Region 8 and Region 8 Administration in a positive manner at all times both internally and externally.
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Always leads by example and is a positive role model for coworkers.
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Supervise clients in day treatment activities, including meal and snack preparation, clerical duties and maintenance.
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Meet regularly with day treatment staff to access client participation.
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Assist staff with menu preparation, food inventory, shopping and ordering of supplies as necessary.
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Assist in supervision of clients while on field trips.
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Transportation of clients as directed by supervisor
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All other duties as assigned by Supervisors.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Must possess at a minimum a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
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Must have a valid Mississippi driver’s license.
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Must pass a criminal background check.
REPORTING SUPERVISOR
Program Coordinator/Directors, County Administrator and Clinical Directors.
