Our mission at Lifelong Access is to connect individuals with developmental
disabilities to their community by helping them break down barriers through a
lifetime of meaningful supports. From birth to end of life, Lifelong Access
provides a continuum of services and supports for families, children, teens, and
adults including residential housing, vocational development, supported
employment, high school transition, behavioral health counseling and services,
and a wide variety of pediatric therapy supports. Guided by our Core Values, our
team members have a strong drive and big hearts for improving the lives of
others; a place where we support each other and the individuals who put their
trust in us.
Lifelong Access is seeking a Rehabilitative Services Associate (RSA) within the
Behavioral Health Clinic to provide direct client care as outlined in the
treatment plans developed by the Mental Health Professional (MHP/QMHP). This
role includes delivering individualized treatment plans, assisting with
scheduled daily living activities, facilitating community integration, and
maintaining detailed documentation of services provided. The expectation for
this position is ensuring that services are delivered efficiently and in
compliance with regulatory requirements. We are excited to be growing our
behavioral health clinic services and the exceptional team of professionals.
With this growth, there will be promotional opportunities along with
opportunities to earn clinical supervision hours provided by our staff within
the clinic. Work with a caring and compassionate team of mental health
professionals. Come see why we love what we do!
Pay: $18.35 Per Hour
Job Type: Part-Time
Primary responsibilities include:
* Provide direct mental health services to clients as outlined in their
Behavioral Health treatment plans to support progress toward their individual
goals. Services may include (but are not limited to) the following:
* Facilitating group therapy
* Providing mental health supports in a variety of settings
* Working with adults and/or children
* Monitor client progress and behavior, providing regular updates to the
supervising Mental Health Professional.
* Consult weekly with team members to ensure high quality mental health
supports, address barriers that may be impacting care, and share updates to
individual treatment plans.
* Actively participate in regular meetings with other departments to advocate
for client preferences and needs as well as to maintain connections that
allow for holistic service provision.
* Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all client interactions,
treatment plans, and progress notes in accordance with clinic policies and
state regulations.
* Provide immediate support and intervention during mental health crises,
utilizing appropriate de-escalation techniques and resources.
* Provide education to clients and their families about mental health and
resources available to them.
* Must be comfortable with assisting with daily living activities including
personal care, household tasks, transportation, and skill building.
Qualifications
* High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in psychology,
social work, or a related field preferred.
* Any individual who is 21 years of age and demonstrates all of the following:
* Skill in delivery of rehabilitative services to adults or children;
* The ability to work within a provider agency’s structure and accept
supervisions; and
* The ability to work constructively with individuals receiving services,
other provider of service, and the community.
* Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel,
Word, and Outlook
* Desire and ability to work under supervision and cooperatively with a
treatment team
* Must be able communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
* Strong understanding of confidentiality
* Experience supporting people with disabilities preferred
* CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
* Valid Illinois driver's license with safe driving record
* Current proof of automobile insurance
Working Conditions
The RSA will work in a variety of settings, including the behavioral health
clinic, clients’ homes, and community locations. The role involves traveling to
these different sites to provide services and support to clients in their
natural environments. The noise level in the work environment is usually
moderate.
Regular travel within the community is required. The RSA must have a valid
driver’s license, reliable transportation, and appropriate auto insurance.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Requests
for reasonable accommodations will be reviewed to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to
talk or hear. The employee occasionally is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or
crawl. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to
fingers, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must
occasionally lift and/move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required
by this job include close vision, and distance vision.
Position will, at times, include physical activities such as assisting
individuals with mobility, participating in training demonstrations, or engaging
in recreational activities with individuals. Work can be emotionally demanding,
requiring patience, compassion, and the ability to manage stress effectively.
RSA must be capable of handling potential physical demands associated with
providing direct care and support in the field. The RSA will need to follow all
safety protocols and procedures to ensure personal safety and the safety of
clients during home visits and community interactions. Interaction with
individuals who have challenging behaviors or complex needs, requiring strong
problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
Here are some of the benefits we will offer you:
* Supportive, positive, and friendly team environment
* Professional development, training, and advancement opportunities
* Flexible schedule options
* Comprehensive benefit plans for full-time employees
* Generous paid time off including vacation, personal time, and holidays for
full-time employees
* Read more in our Employment Brochure
[https://lifelongaccess.org/file/9/Lifelong%20Access%20Employment%20Brochure%20Benefits.pdf]
Lifelong Access is an Equal Opportunity Employer.