Mental health program aide

Primary Location : United States of America-OHIO-Cuyahoga County

Organization : Mental Health & Addiction Services - Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare

Classified Indicator : Classified

Bargaining Unit / Exempt : Bargaining Unit

Schedule : Full-time

Work Hours : 11:00 pm - 7:00 am

Compensation : $20.60 - $23.49

Unposting Date : Ongoing

Primary Job Skill : Direct Support/Direct Care

Technical Skills : Programming, Behavioral Health

Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Building Trust, Collaboration, Listening

Agency Contact Name : Bernadette Dudley

Agency Contact Information :

MENTAL HEALTH Therapeutic Program Aide - 3rd Shift - CSN FULL TIME - HIRING INCENTIVE $1,000 - (Bradley, Cuyahoga County)

(240003ZI)

Job Duties

About Us:

Who We Are:

We provide statewide leadership of highly valued mental health & addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery at OhioMHAS!

We are looking for team members who will serve compassionately, contribute & collaborate, deliver quality and be accountable.

What We Do:

OhioMHAS operates regional psychiatric hospitals in six locations across the state that operate 365/24/7. Our specialized facilities provide short-term, intensive treatment to patients in both inpatient and community-supported environments. We also deliver comprehensive care to patients committed through the criminal justice system.

Position Location:

Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare - CSN Bradley

3234 West Blvd.

Cleveland, Ohio 44102

Salary Information:

$20.60 - $23.49 per hour

Work Hours 11:00 pm - 7:00 am (Rotating Weekends)

Salary Information:

$1,000.00 New Hire Sign on Bonus, $500.00 paid at 120 days, $500.00 paid at 365 days. No contract or length of terms

• $20.60 per hour with the first increase in 120 days to $20.92 per hour
• Additional $.60 per hour shift differential for afternoon and evening shifts
• Longevity supplement after 5 years of service

Day, afternoon, and evening shifts available. weekend rotations

These positions receive a minimum of 17 weekends off per year per the OCSEA union contract.

To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at

The Job Opportunity and Duties

What You'll Do:

Population aged served – 18 years & older; may be required to work mandatory overtime; on a scheduled shift, assigned to work with assigned identified consumers living at the Residential site; using social learning & direct skills teaching, implements assigned responsibilities as reflected in the consumers personal plan & behavior plan; provides intensive community based & in-house living skills training & ensures consumer skills enhancement in two major areas; independent living skills includes hygiene & personal grooming, medication management with staff assisting consumers in accurately self-administering medication through monitoring psychiatric symptom management, food preparation, domestic chores, health, nutrition, physical fitness, money management & budgeting & utilization of community resources; social skills includes leisure recreation, communication skills & appropriate behavioral skills, assesses & intervenes to stabilize potential situation & works with consumers to de-escalate & problem solve (potential) crisis situation & as necessary, intervene to ensure the safety of all consumers & staff; teach consumers in meal preparation &/or prepares meals; staff will also function as a role model for consumers by behaving in a manner which is both professional & caring.

Work with consumers & other professionals to help develop effective, behaviorally-oriented Individualized Service Plans & Behavior Plans to facilitate consumer(s) skill development; evaluates consumer progress & recommends service revisions to supervisor, case manager & consumer; works with the CSN Residential Director & CSN Group Home Manager to develop a service work plan, outlining the specific duties & responsibilities to the residential support workers contribution to the Small Group Program; participate in program development & direction under the guidelines of the Program Director; participates in all Agency, program staff &/or consumer meetings &/or committees, as necessary to carry out agency programs & services; may have to transport consumers to appointments, school, work & activities.

Completes all required records, reports & other required documentation in a timely & accurate fashion; documents all consumer observation & progress, including changes in resident(s) behavior & progress made toward individual goals; completes logs of consumer contacts that lists dates, contacts, and services provided; maintains the cleanliness of the facility on a daily basis; performs other related duties as needed &/or assigned; attends required training to increase skills & knowledge of job related function/role; practices good public relations techniques (i.e., professional, helpful, friendly voice & attitude) when greeting & interacting with visitors & the community at large in order to increase customer satisfaction; utilize OhioMHAS approved office productivity software, approved intra & internet resources & information systems in an appropriate work related manner as specified by NBH Personal Computer Usage Guidelines for Employees; access computer to review policy & procedure manual; follows established safety practices & procedures.

What’s in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Qualifications

Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading, writing & speaking common English vocabulary. In Department of Developmental Disabilities, must also possess a high school diploma or a certificate of high school equivalence pursuant to Chapter 5123:2-3-01(F) (1) (c). For positions that require operation of motor vehicle to transport consumers to recreational, educational &/or occupational activities, a valid driver’s license is required.

• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Direct Support/Direct Care ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Knowledge of J.C.A.H. (i.e., Joint Council for Accreditation of Hospitals) standards for resident care or ICF/IID (i.e., Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities) standards for resident care & Resident Review & Licensing Regulations*. Skill in operation of motor vehicle; direct care procedures (e.g., taking of vital signs, rendering of tub baths, appropriate lifting & positioning procedures, first aid). Ability to deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context; maintain accurate records; cooperate with co-workers; develop good rapport with residents &/or patients; demonstrate physical strength to lift 50-100 lbs.; read short sentences with concrete vocabulary.


(*)Developed after employment.

All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application.

You must submit an online application via by the deadline date. OhioMHAS is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Andrew Seifert, OhioMHAS EEO Program Administrator at or . Prior to being awarded this position, the employee selected must submit to and pass a Criminal Background check pursuant to Ohio Administrative Code 5122-30-04. The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. The final candidate selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to an appointment to test for illegal drug use. The state will decline to extend a final offer of employment to any applicant with a verified positive test result. An applicant with a positive test will not be considered for any position with the State of Ohio for a period of one year. The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, positions may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Background Check Information

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to an appointment to test for illegal drug use. The state will decline to extend a final offer of employment to any applicant with a verified positive test result. An applicant with a positive test will not be considered for any position with the State of Ohio for a period of one year. The State of Ohio is a drug-free Workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Background Check Information

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.