Mental Health Aide
$47,840,000–$52,000,000 year
On-siteAuburn, California, United States
Job Summary
Oversee clients' adherence to Adult Residential Facility program guidelines while providing direct care and supervision. Assist with activities of daily living including toileting, dressing, and showering, and escort residents to planned groups to maintain a 1:6 ratio. Lead mental health discussions and community meetings, ensure timely medication administration, and document all health changes in the medication log. Monitor resident conditions, perform safety checks, and report behavioral or physical changes to the Wellness Coordinator. Maintain room cleanliness, coordinate with housekeeping for maintenance needs, and ensure residents attend mealtimes. Work AM, PM, or NOC shifts from Friday to Monday.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 18 years of age
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a role of providing care in a behavioral health setting
- Must be able to pass a criminal background clearance as required by Community Care Licensing/Department of Social Services
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
- Knowledge of moderate to severe mental illness
- Knowledge of behavioral interventions
- Knowledge of de-escalation techniques
- Demonstrated knowledge of boundaries
- Demonstrated knowledge of confidentiality
- Demonstrated knowledge of ethical standards in mental health care
- Proficient Verbal & Written Communication Skills
- Ability to work as a team member in a collaborative, fast-paced work environment
- Excellent communication
- Strong observation
- Documentation skills
- Organizational skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Ability to work under stressful conditions
- Flexibility in relation to department needs
- Cultural sensitivity
- Desire to work with an ethnically diverse adult population
- Superior interpersonal skills
- Human relations skills
- Behavior management skills
- Ability to deal tactfully in support of the GHC Mission with all employees, clients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public
- AM shift availability: Friday - Monday
- PM shift availability: Friday-Monday
- NOC shift availability: Friday-Monday
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of currently utilized technology and EMR software (i.e., PointClick Care)
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