Direct Service Professional

Description

Turning Point of Central California, Inc. was founded in 1970. For over 50 years now, we have been transforming lives across the state of California. From Mental Health to Community Corrections, Children's Services, Housing Programs, Recovery Services, Substance Abuse Disorders & more; we serve people in need. Our desire is to see individuals reach their full potential, and create lasting change that will stand the test of time.

JOB SUMMARY

The DSP is an integral member of every adolescent resident's treatment team, with responsibility for ensuring the health, safety, care and supervision of residents at all times; homes are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The DSP systematically works with the adolescent residents to increase skills and meet goals through community involvement and activities.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the accomplishment of the treatment plan for residents, under the supervision of the Program Director.
• Maintain appropriate case recording documentation as per agency and contract guidelines including actions of resident misbehavior and rule violations.
• Transport patients to doctors' appointments and laboratories for tests.
• Conduct daily living skills sessions and re-socialization activity groups.
• Attend staff meetings as required, including weekly supervision meetings with the Program Director.
• Attend job-related conferences and also participate in a variety of in-service trainings, seminars, and practicum.
• Participate in carrying out individual and group treatment programs for residents and encourage resident participation in treatment activities.
• Motivate residents to develop self-reliance in daily living.
• Observe patient's physical condition and behavior; report significant changes to the Program Director.
• Responsible for ensuring staffing ratio is at a minimum by being able to work any and all shifts upon request.
• Respond to emergency health situations in appropriate manner as defined by emergency first aid training.
• Thinks and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
• Physical presence at the program is required.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

COMPANY BENEFITS :

We are a diverse, inclusive and equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (40+), disability status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Turning Point of Central California, Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Turning Point of Central California, Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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