Seven Counties

Seven Counties

Direct Support Specialist PRN - Adult Crisis Center

Louisville, Kentucky · Part-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 5 days ago
Customer SupportLeadershipCommunication

About the role

  • Contributes to safe and therapeutic environment by practicing verbal de-escalation and, as authorized, other behavior management techniques.
  • Provides personal care, as needed (e. g., personal hygiene, toileting, laundry, meal preparation, safe eating techniques).

Responsibilities

  • Additionally, all staff are expected to develop a working knowledge of and follow all policies and procedures related to safety management and other Joint Commission standards.

Requirements

  • 18 years of age or older.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Ability to provide nurturing attention and care to individuals with disabilities.
  • Ability to communicate with verbal and nonverbal individuals.

Skills

  • Teaches psychoeducation classes on recovery (e. g., medication side effects, ADL, communication skills, stress management strategies).
  • Good interpersonal skills.

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