Human Service Specialist
Human Service Specialist
Reports To: Program Supervisor
Department: THP
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Travel:
Job Status: Full-time
Shift/Schedule: 40 hours per week, various shifts
Position Summary
Under supervision, the Human Services Specialist is responsible for assisting with the daily functions of the program and client care working within a treatment team model. The Human Services Specialist, following program policies and procedures, provides direct services to clients, and supports clients in pursuing previously determined treatment goals. The Human Services Specialist must conduct themselves in an ethical and professional manner in keeping with program and company philosophies and policies. High quality professional relationships as exemplified by integrity, respect and fairness must be maintained at all times.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
Persons occupying this position must be able to perform all essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Essential Functions
- Learn and follow program policies and procedures.
- Monitor residents for changes in mental or physical health, or mood.
- Provide direct client care and administer medications within the program guidelines.
- Accurately document services provided, as well as any notable client behavior.
- Maintain a clean environment for clients and staff.
- Ensure the safety and security of the unit.
- Maintain familiarity with client’s treatment plans and assist in follow through.
- Maintain all required training and certifications.
- Intervene in mental health crisis situations.
- Maintain effective working relationships with members of the program team.
- Assist clinician/supervisor when directed and as needed.
- Transport clients to appointments, meetings, or organized events and drive to pick-up medications using the company vehicle as needed.
- Perform all other duties deemed appropriate by the supervisor.