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Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Adult Crisis Respite Services - San Angelo, TX 76903Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $2,730.00 - $2,730.00 Salary/monthJob Shift: Day At MHMR Concho Valley, our mission is “Working together to help people help themselves.” If you are serious about making a difference, we guarantee you’ll love being a part of the MHMR Concho Valley. The Direct Support Professional II provides supervision to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. DSP II will apply crisis intervention principles as appropriate throughout their shifts and are responsible for preparing the necessary documentation. DSP II is required to attend meetings and training programs relevant to the position. Duties may change or expand as this position is further developed. EDUCATION, TRAINING, & EXPERIENCE Graduation from an accredited High School or G.E.D certificate issued in accordance with Texas law. Prefer some college background in Psychology, Social work, or Sociology. A minimum of one-year experience or education working with persons with mental illness/chemical dependency preferred. Experience providing respite and crisis services preferred Supervisory experience a plus. Must be professional and possess good interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to organize work schedules and set priorities. Basic knowledge of computers and related software. Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to emergencies. Ability to work as a team member interfacing with both internal and external stakeholders. Must be certified or willing to become certified in CPR/AED, First Aid, Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behavior (PMAB), Medication Supervision Training and other training as required. ESSENTIAL TASKS Good interpersonal skills, maturity, and organizational skills. Ability to process and record detailed documentation. Ability to present communication effectively between levels of staff and consumers. Ability to present information and direct a group. Must Possess adequate writing skills. REQUIREMENTS Valid Texas Driver License required. Must not have more than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years. Must be insurable on the Center’s insurance. Must be able to pass a background check. Must be able to complete all MHMR Concho Valley training. SHIFT HOURS Monday – Friday, 12a-8a BENEFITS We offer competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, and life insurance, retirement and 457 plan, other voluntary benefits, vacation, employee choice days, sick time off and holidays. APPLICATION PROCEDURES All applicants applying for positions at MHMRCV, please select "Apply On Company Site", then follow the steps and attach resume. For questions, please email Jobs@mhmrcv.org. Convictions related to any sexual assault, aggravated assault, drug related offense, murder, theft, battery, or any other crime involving personal injury; injury to a child, elderly individual, disabled individual, or threat to another person; abandoning or endangering a child; and aiding suicide, may make you ineligible for employment in positions, in direct contact with consumers of MHMR Services for the Concho Valley. The names of all prospective employees are cleared through the Texas Department of Public Safety to determine the existence of such records. Falsification of the application for employment is grounds for dismissal. Ask the personnel office for further information. For insurance purposes, driving records will be checked on all employees that are required to drive as stated in their position description. If an employee is determined to be uninsurable, employment may be dismissed. It is the policy of the Center to create and maintain a safe, calm, and secure environment with supportive care, a system-wide understanding of trauma prevalence and impact, recovery and trauma specific services, and recovery-focused, consumer-driven services that applies to all staff, volunteers, contracted providers, and community partners. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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