With assistance from the Program Director, conducts quarterly reviews of the Residential Service Plan with the individual in an effort to ascertain the degree of progress and to make revisions when necessary.
Observe, monitor, document, and report resident behaviors as well as their progress in accordance with agency standards.
Maintain accurate and timely resident files, including the documentation of progress notes, the updating of service plans, the maintenance of psychiatric and medical records, as well as other pertinent information regarding the resident.
Ensures that annual appointments for physicals, eye exams and dental appointments are scheduled. Ensures that transportation is arranged for these appointments (when appropriate). Follows proper guidelines when a resident chooses not to attend / follow through with medical appointment /recommendations.
Works collaboratively with the resident’s community service providers to ensure continuity of care (care managers clinical, medical, educational, vocational, and entitlement specialists, etc.). Makes appropriate referrals to these services when needed. This also includes all mandated linkages (Mental Health court, AOT, probation, etc.)
Serves as the key liaison between the resident and his / her clinical provider. Contacts the resident’s clinical provider at least monthly to ensure effective monitoring of the individual’s mental health and well-being.
Help residents to plan for the purchasing of clothes and other necessities.
Works with residents to encourage a healthy connection with family and community ties and to develop new supports and interests.
Works with the Intake Director to provide perspective residents with tours and lunch visits as part of the admission process.
Respects and maintains resident confidentiality and demonstrates a caring, positive attitude toward all residents (as per respect policy), staff, guests, and service providers.
Provide safe transporting of residents when needed.
Follow all safety rules and regulations for self, residents, and staff.
Performs any other duties necessary for the effective operation of the program.
Qualifications
Needs to meet one of the following three criteria
Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field
Associates degree in a Human Services field plus two (2) years residential experience
High School diploma / GED plus four (4) years full-time residential experience
In addition to the above criteria this position also requires a clean New York State driving record as outlined in DePaul’s personnel policy. Must be at least Eighteen (18) years of age.
Benefits
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B Employer Match, and Employee Discount Programs.
DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and program need.