Direct Care Adult Mental Health

Direct Care Adult Mental Health Job Category: Direct Service Requisition

Number: DIREC006174 Full-Time Holyoke, MA 010403211, USA Job Details

Description CHD\'s Adult Mental Health division is looking for new team

members! Currently hiring Residential Support Specialists to provide

direct care to our clients. The program works with adults in the

community who are suffering from various forms of mental illness. We are

looking for people who have an interest in psychology and a firm belief

that all members of our community should be treated with dignity and

respect. Responsibilities: Daily activities include providing direct

services to program clients living in a group home setting in the

community Supporting clients\' activities of daily living, administering

medications as needed, Advocating for individuals\' within various

community settings, and providing opportunities to optimize their

independence, rehabilitation and recovery Develop professional and

supportive relationships with clients and provide informal counseling

and guidance with a person-centered focus The ideal candidates will have

a desire to work with members of our community who have mental illness

Qualifications: High School Diploma or Equivalent Have a Bachelor\'s

Degree or equivalent experience Must have a vehicle for work use and

current driver\'s license Ability to complete medication administration

training (MAP) Preferred candidates have active CPR and First Aid

Certifications. All candidates must complete and pass background record

screening process Pay rate: \$20/hour. Schedule: Ideal candidate will be

available evenings and weekends. 2nd and 3rd shift positions are now

open. Success Factors: Strong interpersonal skills, Empathy for others,

demonstrated commitment to serving those with significant needs, Ability

to work well within a team model and independently. Display engagement

with participants and co-workers, empathetic and understanding approach

to those served. At Center for Human Development, (CHD), Care finds a

way: The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of

high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting,

enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At

CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it

is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign

language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve. Connect with our team

today! If this sounds like the right job for you, do not wait - apply

today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!

Qualifications Skills Preferred CPR Certif, Current - Expert First Aid

Certif, Current - Expert Medication Admin, Current - Expert Education