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KARE Center StaffKENOSHA HUMAN DEVELOPMENT SERVICES, INC. nd Street Kenosha, WI 53144Division/Department: Crisis and Stabilization Services Location: KARE Center Job Title: KARE Center Staff Reports To: KARE Center Program Manager Type of Position: Part-Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Schedule: 2nd shift, Sunday, Thursday, and Friday Pay Rate: $15.12 per hourPOSITION SUMMARY KARE Center Staff implement all tasks required for the day-to-day operation of the KARE Center, to be delivered in a respectful and comprehensive manner.RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible for creating a positive, supportive mood in the centerParticipates in the intake process by gathering required data, by orienting residents to the expectations of the center, and informing them of their client rightsRoutinely provides positive feedback and respect to residents within the centerEmploys preventive teaching methods to avoid or diminish conflicts in the homeProvides supportive listening and encourages residents to follow through on their stabilizationAdmits residents referred to the KARE Center by CrisisOpens a file on all new admissions and completes all associated paperworkFiles prescriptions and or medical instructionsDocuments clinical information in resident's progress notesStores and monitors self-administration of resident's medication according to state guidelinesRecords discharge data and circumstancesProvides supervision of KARE Center residentsProvides hourly (or more frequently) bed checks when specifiedMonitors each resident's medical and emotional status and arranges emergency care when appropriateNotifies the Program Manager when an emergency warrantsPerforms other duties as required by the Program ManagerAnswers house phones and responds appropriately to the needs of the callerAnswers Crisis Hotline and dispatches the appropriate mobile counselorRequired to participate in scheduled training sessions given by KHDSComplete all pre-service and new hire trainings by the designated deadlinesAttend clinical supervision and staff meetings of the agency.Fulfill all mandated training and agency-specific training requirements in a timely manner as necessary.RELATIONSHIP DEVELOPMENTIs responsible for creating a positive, relaxed and supportive environmentActively engages clients in amicable conversation, shares in activities and responds to needs/requests in a timely fashionAccepts and respects the client's circumstances, asks about feelings and interests; validates feelings with empathy, offers encouragement; celebrates accomplishmentsEFFECTIVE TEACHINGPromotes a strength-based approach to teaching functional skillsTeaching interactions include positive, supportive quality components (i.e. voice tone, enthusiasm, appropriate physical proximity, and eye contact)Skills, routines, and program expectations are preventively taught, specific praise is given to reinforce positive behavior, constructive feedback teaches a replacement skill; safe, planned de-escalation techniques are used in response to aggressive/challenging behaviorPerceives and responds directly to teaching and problem-solving opportunitiesTeaching components include praise, empathy, specific skills and behavioral descriptions, and goal-centered rationalesTREATMENT PLANNINGIdentifies the treatment needs of the client and collaborates on an agreed upon plan to achieve their goalsAssesses the client's strengths and challenges, develops a realistic plan along with the clientProvides services and collaborates with community resourcesIdentifies and teaches treatment-specific skills that support the client's successPROFESSIONALISMConduct oneself in a professional mannerMaintain the confidentiality and other rights of participants, families and staff and follow HIPPA Guidelines for all verbal and written communicationProblem-solve difficult situations in a timely mannerManage difficult or emotional consumer situations by responding promptly to needs, requests for assistance and servicesGive, receive and act upon feedback from supervisors and co-workers in an appropriate mannerMaintain professional boundaries with consumers and co-workers at all timesAttend training as requested by supervisorsOther tasks as assigned by supervisorsQUALIFICATIONSHigh School Diploma or equivalent required.Experience with AODA/Mental Health population a plusAbility to effectively communicate, both written and verbally, in the English languageMust have reliable transportation and valid driver's license with good driving recordMust carry own auto insurance with at least 100,000/300,000/100,000 coverageAbility to maintain records and document case notes dailyAbility to give and accept feedback as a part of a teamAbility to traverse within the workspace and community frequentlyAbility to frequently ascend/descend stairsAbility to transport at least 25 poundsBe willing to learn and work with the treatment philosophiesMust stay awake and alert throughout each shiftMust be able to work two weekend shifts per monthBilingual in Spanish a plusKenosha Human Development Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, or any other status protected under federal, state, and local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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kenosha, WI, 53140, US
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