21-043 Crisis Program Worker
The CARE Center, Inc. | Washington, PA | Part Time
Job Description
SPHS CARE CENTER, INC.
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POSITION: Crisis Program Worker (Multiple Part-Time Positions Available)
Crisis Stabilization Diversion Unit Washington, PA
PAY GRADE: 4
WAGE: $10.64/hr. (possible advancement/opportunities within the agency)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Maintains the general safety and security of individuals at the crisis stabilization/diversion unit.
- Can assist with transportation to medical appointments as necessary.
- Reports to supervisor any individual’s needs that would affect their current crisis plan of care.
- Conducts recreational and social activities with individuals while at the crisis unit.
- Responsible for meal preparation for the stabilization/diversion unit individuals.
- Participates in regular staff training to develop basic knowledge and skills to assist the individuals while at the unit.
- Maintains overall cleanliness of the crisis stabilization/diversion unit, and reports any repair needs to the program supervisor.
- Maintains proper documentation of all assistance and support provided to each individual identified by crisis plan of care.
- Monitors and assists individuals with their activities of daily living skills.
- Other duties as required.
- Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Ability to read, write and verbally communicate with effectiveness.
- Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the PA State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the PA Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.
- Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or any other federal health care program.
- Ability to transport oneself in an insured vehicle, as program needs dictate.
- Ability to assist and/or lift clients weighing up to 150 pounds, as may be required.
- Ability to understand and follow supervisory direction.
- Ability to work split shifts and flexibility to move to various center locations, when program needs dictate.
QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS SHOULD VISIT OUR WEBSITE http://www.sphs.org/employment.html FOR CURRENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES OR STOP INTO THE HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE AT 300 CHAMBER PLAZA, CHARLEROI, PA. POSTING#21-042.