Direct Service Professional
Turning Point of Central California, Inc.
- Competitive compensation package
- Company paid benefits package including medical, dental and vision and many other voluntary benefits
- 403b Tax Deferred Annuity Retirement fund
- 401a Pension Plan fund
- Term life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- On the job training including paid professional development and career development
- Rewarding work environment with excellent opportunities for career growth
- Excellent work/life balance including generous vacation and holiday pay
- Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
- Family-oriented environment
- Mileage reimbursement for travel
- Qualified non-profit for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
- Assist in the accomplishment of the treatment plan for residents, under the supervision of the Program Director.
- Maintain appropriate case recording documentation as per agency and contract guidelines including actions of resident misbehavior and rule violations.
- Transport patients to doctors’ appointments and laboratories for tests.
- Conduct daily living skills sessions and re-socialization activity groups.
- Attend staff meetings as required, including weekly supervision meetings with the Program Director.
- Attend job-related conferences and also participate in a variety of in-service trainings, seminars, and practicum.
- Participate in carrying out individual and group treatment programs for residents and encourage resident participation in treatment activities.
- Motivate residents to develop self-reliance in daily living.
- Observe patient’s physical condition and behavior; report significant changes to the Program Director.
- Responsible for ensuring staffing ratio is at a minimum by being able to work any and all shifts upon request.
- Respond to emergency health situations in appropriate manner as defined by emergency first aid training.
- Thinks and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
- Physical presence at the program is required.
- Comply with all Turning Point Safety policies and procedures, including but not limited to: workplace safety, reporting work related injuries, Infection Control and preventing potential safety risks for staff, clients and others.
- Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility of each employee at Turning Point. Employees are expected to report to work as scheduled, on time and prepared to start working. Employees also are expected to remain at work for their entire work schedule. Late arrival, early departure or other absences from scheduled hours are disruptive and must be avoided.
- Other duties as assigned by the Program Director. Please note this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Experience providing supervision and support to youth in a social service setting preferred but not required.
- Must meet the minimum age of 21 pursuant to California Health & Safety Code Section 1562.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, general physical, and TB test.
- Communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
- Ability to write acceptable progress reports required for treatment documentation.
- Work effectively with diverse ethnic, religious, socio-economical, and professional groups.
- Competently provide direct services for residents of the facility.
- Understand and apply principles and techniques involved in the care and treatment of individuals being supported.
- Recognize contraindications, side-effects, and signs of medication complications and report to the Program Director.
- Analyze potentially dangerous situations accurately and take effective action.
- Provide input to the Program Director and/or QMRP-SW as relates to the treatment programs for the residents.
- Understand and follow written and oral directions.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Must be certified in emergency procedures prior to working alone with any client.
- Basic computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, Office 365, Teams, Zoom and other communication/meeting platforms.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a reliable means to and from scheduled shifts.
- Must maintain good relationships with current, future and past employees, co-workers, vendors, third party administrators, and others with whom the Agency is transacting business, and relate to them in a professional manner.
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