Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (PRP) Direct Care Worker
Parkville
Job Description Job Description Salary: Fee-For-Service
The PRP Worker is responsible for the direct provision of rehabilitation and support services to participating consumers. PRP Workers visit consumers in their homes and communities, and provide services in the home, community, or program site.
As The PRP Worker, You Will:
Conduct regularly scheduled consumer visits.
Provide identified PRP rehabilitation and support services in accordance with the consumer's Individual Rehabilitation Plan (IRP).
Conduct Rehabilitation groups and activities to address rehabilitation and support service needs.
Maintain required and consistent documentation for each client, including contact/progress notes, monthly summaries, and quarterly reviews.
Participate in ongoing trainings and supervisions.
Maintaining a client caseload of a minimum of 20 clients
Work from a Client-Centered Approach
Understand the importance of self-determination in meeting a client’s needs
A minimum of 2-years direct care experience with adults and youth
Determine if the client has, or maybe eligible, for Federal or State entitlements
Assist the client, if necessary, to apply for all entitlements for which the client may be eligible if they do not have entitlements.
Encourage community integration and access to local support services
Goal setting and treatment plan development
Asses the client’s strengths, needs, abilities, and progress
Provide supportive services that encourage independence
Medication monitoring and crisis intervention
Willing to submit to random drug testing and criminal background checks
The PRP Worker Requires:
HS Diploma (or GED) REQUIRED - Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum of two years direct care work with adults and youth preferred
Strong writing skills
Ability to work independently and manage a productive schedule
Thorough understanding of HIPPA
Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
CPR certification