Psychosocial Rehabilitation Technician (Children's Day Treatment)

Psychosocial Rehabilitation Technician

Psychosocial Rehabilitation Technicians are responsible for facilitating program activities with consumers enrolled in day treatment programs. This position may require operation of a bus or van to transport consumers to and from the day treatment programs. The work involves constant monitoring and supervision of consumers for ensuring their safety, well-being and improvement in daily functioning.

Examples of Responsibilities

• Represents Region 8 and Region 8 Administration in a positive manner at all times both internally and externally.
• Always leads by example and is a positive role model for coworkers.
• Maintains documentation as evidence that all duties are completed in accordance with program requirements contained in the Mississippi Department of Mental Health Operational Standards.
• Maintains proper training, continuing education, qualifications, and other certifications required for this position as written in the Mississippi Department of Mental Health Operational Standards.
• Supervises clients in day treatment activities, including meal and snack preparation, clerical duties and maintenance.
• Meets regularly with day treatment staff to access client participation.
• Assists staff with menu preparation, food inventory, shopping and ordering of supplies as necessary.
• Assists in supervision of clients while on field trips.
• Transports clients as directed by supervisor.
• All other duties as assigned by Supervisors.

Qualifications

• Must possess at a minimum a high school diploma or General Education Development equivalent.
• Must have a valid Mississippi driver's license.
• Must pass a criminal background check.