Skill Builder I - Residential - Rotating shift, 3 pm to 11 pm 5649 - Meridian Health Services

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Our Mission at Meridian Health Services is to close the gap on access to Whole-Person Healthcare by expanding locations and services so that all people in underserved communities can get quality treatment. You can be a part of our vision to be a leader in the integration of physical, mental and social health to make a real difference in the lives of others!

You are the dynamic, passionate Skill Builder (DSP) we are looking for. Your caring and supportive heart is what our patients need at our Residential Group Home located in Richmond, Indiana for rotating shifts 3pm - 11pm. You will be integral in providing a family atmosphere in a homelike environment to help residents retain, maintain, and learn daily living skills. You will be the catalyst to provide compassionate encouragement so that our adult residents can continue challenging themselves and pursue active lifestyles. Our commitment to whole person healthcare and your desire to help change our communities for the better will make us an amazing Team!

How you will change lives as a Skill Builder:

• Assist with maintaining 24/7 staff coverage, including working other shifts as needed some weekends/holidays as necessary.
• Assist residents in the acquisition of Activities of Daily Living skills and social skills in individual and group settings
• Assess and monitor residents' behaviors and intervene as appropriate
• Communication (verbal and written) and consultation with residents, house staff and other Center staff.
• Assist residents in menu planning/grocery shopping (writing out menus, loading groceries, comparison shopping).
• Task assignments, assign and monitor residents' tasks on a rotating basis; Supervision, training and assisting residents with Activities of Daily Living.
• Crisis intervention
• Medication packaging and monitoring.
• Assist residents in obtaining/applying for generic benefits.
• Maintain environment under house rules specified (see general house rules).
• Record keeping (ITP's, daily logs, medication logs, medication counting, daily census, inventory and skills assessment).
• Transporting residents into community for general outings and appointments as needed.

We value your experience as a Skill Builder:

• High school diploma or its equivalent with 6 months paid behavioral healthcare experience or equivalent college coursework toward a human services or health related degree required at minimum
• Valid drivers license, reliable transportation, driving record meeting company policy, and proof of insurance required.
• A commitment to providing individual attention to help clients achieve mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

Why you should choose to be a Skill Builder at Meridian:

• Unique Mission – Innovative leader in integrated care and whole person health
• $1000 Welcome Bonus
• Generous PTO
• Opportunities for advancement
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• 401k with company match
• Funds for Training/Education
• Personal Wellness and Financial Wellness Programs
• Participates in the National Health Service Corps loan repayment program
• Merit based pay compensation plans
• Work-life harmony

Drug screen, TB test, extensive background check, and fingerprinting are required of all Meridian employees. Meridian Health Services recommends that all individuals who join Meridian have a flu shot and Covid vaccination to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to Covid-related protocol including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.

Meridian Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and also participates in E-Verify.