This night shift Residential Program Lead posting has the work location of: Forensic Grove A Day-to-day responsibilities of this position include: Providing care to residents in accordance with the plan of care and under the direction of a licensed nurse while maintaining a therapeutic working relationship with residents. Directly support patients when necessary, including assisting in meal preparation, laundry, housekeeping, personal care activities (hygiene, toileting, grooming) and reintegration. Provide emergency interventions as indicated (CPR, appropriate intervention for imminent risk of harm to self or others) to protect the health and safety of patients, staff, and the public. Protect patients from maltreatment and report any abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation. Maintain a safe environment by following agency policies on Vulnerable Adult laws, security policies, infection control practices, health department standards, Joint Commission standards and other oversight agencies and laws (licensing rules, HIPAA, etc.) Critically review and work to enhance the environment for safety, including maintaining the ability to operate equipment properly and preemptively keep equipment in good repair. Manage crisis situations using the least restrictive/intrusive methods of intervention, and support patients as necessary in emergency interventions Provide general patient supervision to ensure health and safety of patients, staff, and the public. To objectively document, accurately record, and appropriately communicate information to contribute to quality facility operation. To observe, objectively document, and report patient behavior to assist with the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient treatment plans so that patients receive proper and consistent treatment. Transporting residents, if needed. The HSSS Lead observes, interprets and documents resident responses to their care plans; and provides direct care services and support to residents to ensure they are well fed, cared for, in good health, and included in decisions, as appropriate. The HSSS Lead uses nonphysical intervention strategies, such as negotiation, redirection, etc., to control and diffuse aggressive/ violent/ inappropriate behavior. The HSSS Lead has knowledge of developmental disabilities and mental illness sufficient to assist with the design and implementation of individual treatment plans and has skills in human relations sufficient to establish rapport with residents, their families and service providers. The HSSS Lead demonstrates effective leadership and person-centered skills with their peers and is a resource for questions and problem solving. The HSSS Lead is also knowledgeable of the laws, rules, regulations and policies governing treatment of vulnerable adults and operation of licensed facilities, as well as the licensure standards that help keep clients and patients at our facilities safe while also protecting their rights. This is a safe and secure treatment environment. In addition to a paid new employee orientation, we provide ongoing training and continuing education opportunities to keep our staff and organization on the leading edge of advancements in behavioral health care.

Must have a High School diploma or GED Must have a valid Driver’s License Six Months of providing direct care to forensic clients in a secure therapeutic environment. Ability to: Read, write and speak English.

One year experience working in a secure therapeutic environment. Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Available from the Human Resources office upon request

Those crossing Appointing Authorities may be required to successfully complete a physical assessment form, provide education documentation (high school diploma, GED, college transcript, or college degree) and provide documented proof of freedom from tuberculosis completed within the last year.