The Department of Developmental Services (Department) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join their team at the Stabilization Training Assistance Reintegration (STAR) Acute Crisis Homes. As a member of the STAR team, you will work to provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities during times of acute crisis. This role requires individuals who are passionate about person-centered care, and who are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. STAR currently provides assistance to adolescents (11-17 years old) and adults (18 years of age and older) who are receiving regional center services. The STAR homes are four to five bed homes in community settings (Vacaville, Springville, and Costa Mesa).
As a member of the Department STAR team, you will work in a community home setting where you will be responsible for assisting individuals with activities of daily living, providing emotional support, and promoting independence. This is an incredibly rewarding position for individuals who are passionate about helping others and who want to make a positive impact in their community. If you are looking for a career where you can truly make a difference, then we encourage you to apply for a role with the Department STAR Acute Crisis Homes today.
Duties
- Assist patients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management.
- Monitor patient behavior and report any changes to the healthcare team.
- Facilitate group therapy sessions and engage patients in therapeutic activities.
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation of care provided.
- Collaborate with nurses, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Ensure a safe and clean environment for patients by adhering to safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Participate in training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge in psychiatric care.
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Must possess and maintain sufficient strength, agility, endurance, and sensory ability to perform the duties contained in this duty statement. Must be able to work with consumers with developmental disabilities (e.g. autistic spectrum disorder, intellectual disability) and severe behavioral (e.g. aggression, self-injurious behavior, property destruction, and elopement) and psychiatric conditions and symptoms (e.g. psychosis, mood disorders, PTSD, and suicidal ideation). Must be able to lift 100 pounds with assistance. Must be able to complete all required training and perform and be competent in self-defense and hands-on intervention training, including two-person wall containment with resistive consumers up to 350 lbs. for up to 10 minutes; able to safely contain one limb of a combative consumer up to 5 minutes; push/pull/lift up to 50 lbs. (including laundry or medication carts); able to quickly respond to alarm within 200 feet (may occur several times daily) in interior of building; able to run 100 yards; able to assist a consumer to a standing position up to 350 lbs.; able to bend/squat up to 5 minutes. Must be able to drive up to 300 miles per day and travel to locations throughout Northern (for N. STAR) and Southern (for S. STAR) California. Travel may require over-night stays. Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment which ensures respect, dignity and protects privacy, rights, confidentiality and physical/emotional well-being of all consumers.
Please review the minimum qualifications for the Pre-Licensed Psychiatric Technician to determine eligibility
https://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/Pages/8233.aspx
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42,720.00 - $53,280.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
