Life Skills Aide - DHS
Full Time
Van Nuys, CA 91406
Posted
Job description
Will provide Diversion 50 participants with on-going monitoring and attention to immediate needs scheduled shift to oversee functioning of house, ensure safety, and to assist residents with basic needs. Including assisting in household duties and responding to any situations requiring immediate intervention/ conflict resolution. Life Skills Aide will determine immediate course of action, i.e. contacting Clinical Supervisor: Program Manager or Director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Orient new residents to house rules and regulations. Administer basic needs items.
Will monitor hallways, public spaces, and bedrooms for disruptive behavior or unsafe conditions throughout the hours of the shift.
Will direct any problems, incidents, or emergencies to Clinical Supervisor and will document incidents in “Client Log” binder. Procedures for life threatening crises to be handled via 911 and Clinical Supervisor informed.
Enforce security and safety rules and regulations at the DHS Town Homes.
Respond to client needs and assist clients in implementing, and maintaining the daily living skills needed to achieve goals related to independent living. Serve as a role model for consumers.
Provide conflict resolution – intervene with the client/others at the onset of a crisis/conflict to provide support and assistance in problem resolution and to coordinate or arrange for the provision of other needed services.
Experience working in mental health or human services field preferred. (Includes Public Social service field)
Education: Prefer some college experience, AA degree or equivalent.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY:
Ability to sit for extended hours. Ability to kneel or reach as needed. Vision that does not impede viewing and reading of computer monitor, etc. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
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