Mental Health Worker I, full time 1st shift

• The Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking dynamic candidates to work directly with the residents of State Operated Program, Respite.
• The selected candidate will engage in client activities as well provide direct care services including but not limited to medication administration, money management, crisis intervention, activities of daily living, accompaniment and advocacy at appointments.
• Please note this position is full time, 40 hours per week, day shift 7:00am-3:30pm, days off are Friday and Saturday.
• This position will require coverage on a rotating basis at the second location, High St.
• Employees in this position will be required to perform mandatory overtime MUST BECOME MAP CERTIFIED WITHIN (6) MONTHS OF ENTERING THE POSITION Duties and Responsibilities (these are a general summary and not all inclusive): · Provide direct care services to program residents in accordance with their rehabilitative needs and treatment goals. · Completes all necessary documentation in accordance with program and department standards. · Secures community services necessary in the treatment of clients. · Promotes and upholds the process of recovery in order to promote hope, healing, compassion and connection. · Responsible to complete all written documentation necessary for the resident and program operations.
• Maintain resident records and relevant data and documentation necessary for a complete up-to-date record of services according to program and department standards utilizing the technology available. · Carries out job duties in a professional manner by exhibiting a positive, flexible attitude and initiating opportunities for personal and professional growth to enhance the overall operations of the state operated programs. · Follows program policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment. · Works in partnership with clients in all aspects of service planning, treatment and support activities. · Conducts activities in a culturally competent manner. · Helps maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the program space. · Ensures fire safety standards and emergency evacuation procedures are maintained Required Qualifications: · MUST BECOME MAP CERTIFIED WITHIN (6) MONTHS OF ENTERING THE POSITION · Possession of a valid drivers license · Ability to follow written and oral instructions · Capacity to perform basic mathematics. · Proven ability to gather information through observing and questioning individuals. · Talent for communicating effectively in oral expression, writing clearly and concisely, and developing ideas in logical sequence. · Skilled in interacting with people who are under emotional stress with the ability to maintain a calm manner in stressful or emergency situations.

Preferred Qualifications

· It is preferred that applicants have experience working with individuals diagnosed with severe mental illness and experience doing crisis intervention with this population. Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency. DMH Mission Statement: The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities. The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights and supports mental health training and research. Pre-Hire Process: A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit and click on "Information for Job Applicants." Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website. ADA Reasonable Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests For questions about this requisition, please contact Employment and Staffing Customer Service at 1-800-510-4122, option 4.