Mental Health Technician - NAMI of Central GA
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Job Family: Student Work Study Department: Student Employment Supervisor: Jose Gonzalez Matos Job Title: Mental Health Technician
- NAMI of Central GA Job Description: ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervise residents in all daily aspects of the residential program
- Lead group and group activities
- Act as liaison with care providers and case workers to ensure program and quality of life is in the best interest of the resident
- Communicate effectively with doctors, family members, staff and others
- Assist in the administration of medications, replenishment of medications and ensure proper documentation of same
- Become familiar with each resident's diagnosis and care plan to ensure program and activities are helping to meet outcomes
- Serve as a role model for residents
- Maintain complete, accurate, and current program documentation and records
- Appropriate documentation of residents medical, behavioral, and physical changes
- Redirect resident’s behavior and intervene regarding inappropriate behavior
- Possess patience and understanding when assisting aggressive residents to effectively meet treatment needs, while complying with human rights regulations
- Provide supervision and assistance to residents, not limited to assisting with bathing, dressing and grooming
- Provide coverage for shifts and hours as needed
- Transport and accompany residents to and from medical appointments, recreational activities, shopping trips and other scheduled activities as assigned by supervisor
- Coordinate daily schedules and duties/activities of the residents
- Perform duties essential to program welfare (i.e., grocery shopping, laundry, cleaning, other household duties)
- Assist, monitor, or prompt the resident to complete the above items
- Prepare meals for the residents, grocery shop if necessary, and clean up after meal preparation
- Ensure the home and equipment remain clean, sanitary, and in good working condition
- Participate in continuing education programs, seminars, workshops, and in-services to improve professional knowledge of intellectual disabilities
- Participate in all staff and collaborative meetings as required or needed
- Effectively handle challenges, complaints, conflicts, and incidents in a patient, respectful, agreeable, and diligent manner with minimal supervision
- Work in tangent with the Residential Manager and Executive Director to maintain policy and procedures, resident medication, and a professional appearance
- Continuously enhance the lives of the residents by utilizing all principals of normalization and treat residents with consideration, respect, dignity, integrity, individuality, and recognize their needs
- Maintain certifications, licensures, and records as required or needed
- Prepare reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis regarding the metrics of staff and group home’s residents and duplex
- Perform all other relevant job duties as assigned by immediate supervisor PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
- Frequent use of hands, wrists, and fingers and lifting or moving up to 50 lbs. may be required
- Movements such as stooping, crouching, bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching are required
- Noise and/or level of distractions in the work environment is moderate
- Specific vision abilities required by this position include close, distance, and peripheral vision
- Ability to operate a motorized vehicle and have reliable transportation
- Performs household cleaning chores such as washing dishes, doing laundry, and mopping QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
- Age 18 or older with a high school diploma or GED, bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
- TB screening, First Aid/CPR, and Proxy Caregiver Certifications are a must (will provide)
- Non-Profit experience is a plus
- Preferred experience working with the mentally ill
- Minimum one-year experience in healthcare/insurance/caregiving
- Valid Georgia driver’s license with a clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Report)
- Live within commuting distance of the NAMI facility, group home, and duplex
- Proficient computer/office equipment skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to multitask
- Possess strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Critical listening and thinking skills
- Strong time management skills
- Pay Rate: $13/hr This organization is located in Warner Robins. Owning a Car or reliable transportation is required. Scheduled Hours: 20 Start Date: 01/14/2026 End Date: 05/3/2026