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Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule Details: Scheduled Hours: Shift: Hours: 40
Cost Center: This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview
process. Everyone Is a Caregiver
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 16,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day. Full time, part time and per diem positions available UMass Memorial Health Entities: Medical Center - Worcester (University, Memorial, Hahnemann) Health Alliance -Clinton (Leominster) Marlboro Hospital Harrington Hospital (Southbridge, Webster) Community Healthlink - Worcester Community Medical Group (Doctor Offices) I. Major Responsibilities: 1.
Assists with the client admission process by completing all required documentation accurately, as
required
.
Searches clients and their belongings for contraband upon admission and as
required
. 2. Serves as a residential counselor
using recovery-oriented principles
for specified number of residents as
directed
. Works as part of a team to
creat
e
a
safe therapeutic milieu by fostering a culture of recovery. 3.
Implement
s
treatment
plans;
interventions and properly document using progress/service notes. 4.
Works with clients to
assist
with activities of daily living (ADL's) which may personal hygiene and self-care skills, laundry, money management and budgeting, symptom management, relapse prevention, use of public transportation, problem solving and conflict resolution, and other
interventions
as
necessary
. 5.
Ensure
s
healthy menu planning, food shopping, and meal preparation through coordination and
assistance
. MYR is excluded from this responsibility. 6.
Monitors clients' medication, refills, documentation of medications and changes,
assist
with attending appointments, and safe storage. MYR is excluded from this responsibility. 7.
Works with clients to maintain the residence
on a daily basis
including chores, bedroom upkeep, yard and other light housekeeping duties. 8.
May be
required
to
provide
physical
assistance
, close
supervision
and other such duties. MYR is excluded from this responsibility. 9.
Maintains and
complies with
regulations as applicable for DMH, HUD, BSAS and DPH such as MAP Certification, Human Rights, Dual Diagnosis, Infection Control, Vital Signs, workplace violence certification, CPR, First Aid, annual compliance training and other CHL required trainings. All certifications must be completed within five months after starting employment. 10.
Assists individuals with intervention work as outlined in their treatment plans. 11.
Leads skill development and/or other group(s) as assigned. 12.
Redirects clients as needed
in order to
provide
a safe atmosphere/environment. 13.
Provides crisis intervention and support
.
Monitors client location and condition per program regulations. 14.
Performs program cleaning, including laundry, clerical work, and/or organizing program supplies as assigned. 15.
Notifies supervisor of any identified problem or deficiency in the program. 16.
Reviews resident records, medication logs, and treatment plans for completeness and accuracy as assigned. 17.
Answers telephone in a professional manner while documenting all relevant information. Specialty Responsibilities: MYR: 1. Monitor clients that "elope" from the program. Relief: 1. Relief
counselor
serves as a temporary residential counselor as requested by supervisor Flexible Substitute Worker: 1. An employee that is available to work covering shifts in any
program 2. Hours range from 0-
40 hours
per week with no regular schedule or set number of hours per
week 3. Provides
a flexible consistent pool of employees that
provide
coverage when permanent employees take their leave time or when a position is temporarily
vacant. Awake Overnight: 1. Monitors and documents medication as needed. 2. Prepares daily log entries, incident reports and other necessary paperwork. 3. Conducts fire drills as requested and document results. Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities: 1.
Complies with
established departmental policies,
procedures,
and
objectives
. 2.
Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as
required
or directed. 3.
Demonstrates
use of Quality Improvement in daily operations. 4.
Complies with
all health and safety regulations and requirements. 5.
Respects diverse views and approaches,
demonstrates
Standards of Respect, and contributes
to creating
and
maintaining
an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees,
patients,
and visitors. 6.
Maintains
, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance. 7.
Performs other similar and related duties as
required
or directed. All responsibilities are essential job functions. II.
Position Qualifications: License/Certification/Education: Required: 1. Grade C02: Residential Counselor I: Minimum of a high school diploma/GED/HiSet required. 2. Grade C04: Residential Counselor II: Requires a Bachelor's degree; preferably in the field of psychology or human services. 3. Driving Requirements: a. For Faith House, Beryl's House, and Orchard Street: Current valid US-Issued driver's license; b. For Adult Community Clinical Svcs (ACCS) Div: All programs require a current valid US-issued driver's license and a registered, inspected, and insured automobile for work related purposes including transporting clients in a personal vehicle [or a company vehicle.]; c. For Passages, MYR, Urgent Care, Detox, TSS, and CSS: Driving is not a requirement.d. For CSU Leominster: Current valid US-issued driver's license and a registered, inspected, and insured automobile for work related purposes including picking up meals in a personal vehicle [or a company vehicle.]. 4. Must be able to pass a CORI background check. 5. MYR, Beryl's House, Faith House, Orchard Street: Must be able to pass a CORI (Criminal Offender Background Check) and a DCF/CPS (Department of Families Adam Walsh/Child Protective Services background check). Preferred: 1. Associate's Degree
. 2. Certification in addiction counselingor a minimum of 2 years' experience in the substance abuse field. Experience/Skills: Required: 1. Understanding of addiction and recovery. 2. Demonstrates person centered strength-based communication and relationship with Persons. 3. Demonstrates effective communication with staff,
peers
and other professionals. 4. Ability to
observe
, document, teach, and respond to mental and physical health as well as other needs of clients such as community living skills
. Preferred: 1. Previous
human services experience. Unless certification, licensure or registration is
required
, an equivalent combination of education and experience which
provides
proficiency
in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements. Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and
maintained
in the individual departments
.
The competencies will be
maintained
and attached to the departmental job description
.
Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents. I
II.
Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions: Work is considered medium. May need to lift up to 10 lbs frequently and up to 20 lbs occasionally. Work is indoors in a patient-facing environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We're striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health - for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at
talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org.
We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
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Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule Details: Scheduled Hours: Shift: Hours: 40
Cost Center: This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview
process. Everyone Is a Caregiver
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 16,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day. Full time, part time and per diem positions available UMass Memorial Health Entities: Medical Center - Worcester (University, Memorial, Hahnemann) Health Alliance -Clinton (Leominster) Marlboro Hospital Harrington Hospital (Southbridge, Webster) Community Healthlink - Worcester Community Medical Group (Doctor Offices) I. Major Responsibilities: 1.
Assists with the client admission process by completing all required documentation accurately, as
required
.
Searches clients and their belongings for contraband upon admission and as
required
. 2. Serves as a residential counselor
using recovery-oriented principles
for specified number of residents as
directed
. Works as part of a team to
creat
e
a
safe therapeutic milieu by fostering a culture of recovery. 3.
Implement
s
treatment
plans;
interventions and properly document using progress/service notes. 4.
Works with clients to
assist
with activities of daily living (ADL's) which may personal hygiene and self-care skills, laundry, money management and budgeting, symptom management, relapse prevention, use of public transportation, problem solving and conflict resolution, and other
interventions
as
necessary
. 5.
Ensure
s
healthy menu planning, food shopping, and meal preparation through coordination and
assistance
. MYR is excluded from this responsibility. 6.
Monitors clients' medication, refills, documentation of medications and changes,
assist
with attending appointments, and safe storage. MYR is excluded from this responsibility. 7.
Works with clients to maintain the residence
on a daily basis
including chores, bedroom upkeep, yard and other light housekeeping duties. 8.
May be
required
to
provide
physical
assistance
, close
supervision
and other such duties. MYR is excluded from this responsibility. 9.
Maintains and
complies with
regulations as applicable for DMH, HUD, BSAS and DPH such as MAP Certification, Human Rights, Dual Diagnosis, Infection Control, Vital Signs, workplace violence certification, CPR, First Aid, annual compliance training and other CHL required trainings. All certifications must be completed within five months after starting employment. 10.
Assists individuals with intervention work as outlined in their treatment plans. 11.
Leads skill development and/or other group(s) as assigned. 12.
Redirects clients as needed
in order to
provide
a safe atmosphere/environment. 13.
Provides crisis intervention and support
.
Monitors client location and condition per program regulations. 14.
Performs program cleaning, including laundry, clerical work, and/or organizing program supplies as assigned. 15.
Notifies supervisor of any identified problem or deficiency in the program. 16.
Reviews resident records, medication logs, and treatment plans for completeness and accuracy as assigned. 17.
Answers telephone in a professional manner while documenting all relevant information. Specialty Responsibilities: MYR: 1. Monitor clients that "elope" from the program. Relief: 1. Relief
counselor
serves as a temporary residential counselor as requested by supervisor Flexible Substitute Worker: 1. An employee that is available to work covering shifts in any
program 2. Hours range from 0-
40 hours
per week with no regular schedule or set number of hours per
week 3. Provides
a flexible consistent pool of employees that
provide
coverage when permanent employees take their leave time or when a position is temporarily
vacant. Awake Overnight: 1. Monitors and documents medication as needed. 2. Prepares daily log entries, incident reports and other necessary paperwork. 3. Conducts fire drills as requested and document results. Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities: 1.
Complies with
established departmental policies,
procedures,
and
objectives
. 2.
Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as
required
or directed. 3.
Demonstrates
use of Quality Improvement in daily operations. 4.
Complies with
all health and safety regulations and requirements. 5.
Respects diverse views and approaches,
demonstrates
Standards of Respect, and contributes
to creating
and
maintaining
an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees,
patients,
and visitors. 6.
Maintains
, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance. 7.
Performs other similar and related duties as
required
or directed. All responsibilities are essential job functions. II.
Position Qualifications: License/Certification/Education: Required: 1. Grade C02: Residential Counselor I: Minimum of a high school diploma/GED/HiSet required. 2. Grade C04: Residential Counselor II: Requires a Bachelor's degree; preferably in the field of psychology or human services. 3. Driving Requirements: a. For Faith House, Beryl's House, and Orchard Street: Current valid US-Issued driver's license; b. For Adult Community Clinical Svcs (ACCS) Div: All programs require a current valid US-issued driver's license and a registered, inspected, and insured automobile for work related purposes including transporting clients in a personal vehicle [or a company vehicle.]; c. For Passages, MYR, Urgent Care, Detox, TSS, and CSS: Driving is not a requirement.d. For CSU Leominster: Current valid US-issued driver's license and a registered, inspected, and insured automobile for work related purposes including picking up meals in a personal vehicle [or a company vehicle.]. 4. Must be able to pass a CORI background check. 5. MYR, Beryl's House, Faith House, Orchard Street: Must be able to pass a CORI (Criminal Offender Background Check) and a DCF/CPS (Department of Families Adam Walsh/Child Protective Services background check). Preferred: 1. Associate's Degree
. 2. Certification in addiction counselingor a minimum of 2 years' experience in the substance abuse field. Experience/Skills: Required: 1. Understanding of addiction and recovery. 2. Demonstrates person centered strength-based communication and relationship with Persons. 3. Demonstrates effective communication with staff,
peers
and other professionals. 4. Ability to
observe
, document, teach, and respond to mental and physical health as well as other needs of clients such as community living skills
. Preferred: 1. Previous
human services experience. Unless certification, licensure or registration is
required
, an equivalent combination of education and experience which
provides
proficiency
in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements. Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and
maintained
in the individual departments
.
The competencies will be
maintained
and attached to the departmental job description
.
Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents. I
II.
Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions: Work is considered medium. May need to lift up to 10 lbs frequently and up to 20 lbs occasionally. Work is indoors in a patient-facing environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We're striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health - for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at
talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org.
We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
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