Assistant Residential Supervisor - Whitman, United States - Brockton Multi-Service Center

Description

Employees in this position will be required to perform mandatory
overtime
.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Will serve as the Assistant Residential Supervisor for the GLE.
• Provide supervision and modeling of effective personcentered approaches for all 2nd shift MHWs throughout the three State Operated GLEs.
• Provides feedback and engages staff in strategies to maintain or improve program operations as well as engaging clients therapeutically.
• Ensures adequate staff coverage on the 2nd shift within the three State Operated Group Homes is met. Provides leadership and support in the Group Living Environment (GLE) to ensure the safety and care of persons served and positive morale of staff.
• Performs environmental surveillance operations in the ACCS Group Living Environments (GLE's) to ensure compliance with established standards, regulations and protocols.
• Provides direct rehabilitative services and supports to persons served.
• Acts as an advocate for persons served and maintains a trauma informed, person centered approach.
• Participates in the development and implementation of Community Service Plans.
• Adheres to MAP policies and maintains certification; provides direct MAPrelated supports to persons served and supports MAP program operations.
• Assist the Residential Supervisor in ensuring program compliance with DMH Compliance Reviews, DPH MAP, Joint Commission and DMH Licensing standards by reviewing and implementing these standards and maintaining contact with the landlord, The Dir. of Facility Operations, and the ACCS Director regarding any facility concerns.
• Drive clients to and from destinations in the community using the program vehicle or their own personal vehicle as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with people with chronic/persistent mental illness and/or substance use disorders
• Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience
• MAP Certification
• Previous experience working in a residential setting
• Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency

Special Requirements:

Please note in accordance with an agreement between the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Mental Health and AFSCME/Council 93, employees assigned to a work unit where the Medication Administration Program (MAP) is used are required to pass MAP certification within 6 months of entering the position or 3 examination opportunities, whichever comes first.

Employees are required to maintain MAP certification as long as you are working in said program.

Possession of a current and valid class D Motor Vehicle Operator's license required for this function.


DMH Mission Statement:

The Brockton Multi Service Center provides comprehensive services to mentally ill adults and children. Programs include Outpatient, Case Management, ACCS, and PACT team. The Brockton Multi service Center is a Joint Commission certified facility.

In all ways we aspire to create an environment which promotes growth, recovery and independence for clients, families and employees alike.

Pre-Hire Process:

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Human Resources at , Option 4.

Qualifications

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time or equivalent part-time experience providing direct care service to the mentally ill, emotionally or physically handicapped and (B) of which at least one year must have been in a supervisory capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:
II.

A Bachelor's degree or higher with a major in psychology, human services, mental health or retardation may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.

NOTE:
No substitutions will be permitted for the required (B) experience.

• Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.

We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Official Title:
Mental Health Worker IV


Primary Location:
United States-Massachusetts-Whitman-26 Park Avenue


Job:
Direct Care


Agency:
Department of Mental Health


Schedule:
Full-time


Shift:
Evening


Job Posting:
Apr 23, 2024,