MAJOR FUNCTION: 

Non-licensed staff member who, under the direction of a licensed staff, provides emotional support to patients and therapeutic environment while riding the program van.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience:

High School graduate or G.E.D. required.  Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.          Previous experience in behavioral health setting required. 

Certification/Licensure:    

CPR (American Heart Association) required upon hire.  De-escalation training required to be obtained within introductory period. Physical Requirements: 
N: Never       O: Occasionally (<20%)       F: Frequently (20%-80%)       C: Constantly (>80%)           Lifting <20lbs F Standing F Sitting F Lifting 20-50lbs F Climbing O Kneeling O Lifting>50lbs O Crouching O Reaching F Carrying F Hearing C Walking F Pushing F Talking C Vision C             Environmental Conditions:           Noise F Varied Temperatures O Cleaning Agents O Noxious odors O Patient Exposure C Operative Equipment F