Overview:
ORGANIZATION: Milestone Centers Inc.
DEPARTMENT: Behavioral Health - Community Residential Rehabilitation (CRR)
POSITION: Resident Advisor
STATUS: Full Time; 37.5 hours / week
LOCATION: Wilkinsburg - Accessible by Bus
SCHEDULE: Flexible to meet the needs of the program; Includes some weekends
SALARY: $15/ hour
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Milestone Centers, a subsidiary of Partners For Quality Inc., is a nonprofit, community-based human services agency supporting individuals with behavioral health challenges and intellectual & developmental disabilities in communities throughout Western Pennsylvania. Our Agency oversees 20 residential settings, two outpatient offices, three adult training facilities, a prevocational enterprise program, a consumer drop-in center, habilitation services, and two Health Care Quality Units in Butler and Warren, which train professionals in 18 counties. Milestone Centers has earned certification from the Sanctuary Institute for providing trauma-informed care.
Responsibilities:
The Resident Advisor will be responsible for providing direct care to adult consumers/clients and assist with activities of daily living (ADL) that produce individual outcomes. Duties include, but are not limited to:
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Provide training and direct assistance to consumers in the development of daily living skills (ADLs)
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Provide a therapeutic environment enabling the individual to attain a maximum level of independence
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Communicate with supervisor, coworkers, and all essential personnel to facilitate the continuum of quality care for each individual
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Complete all assigned paperwork with accuracy and within the appropriate period
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Monitor and document the medication intake of consumers and teach the process of obtaining refills and new prescriptions from providers in a timely manner
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Facilitate communication and linkage with other support services with the Agency and in the community
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Aid residents in the utilization of the community transport system and in the use of public transportation
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Assist with the organization of CRR social events and holiday activities
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Handle crisis situations in accordance with regulations and immediately report any emergencies, unusual incidents, and/or unusual consumer behaviors to the Program Supervisor
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Responsible for identifying safety issues and maintenance needs within the facility and initiating the necessary action to minimize injury to people or damage to property
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Promote appropriate socialization with consumers by advising and modeling
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Transport consumers or run errands in Agency vehicles
WAGES
$15/ hour
CASH INCENTIVES
Employees have the opportunity to earn additional money through various incentive programs:
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$1,000 Employee Referral (for successfully referring someone to employment)
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$2,500 Sign on bonus
BENEFITS
Full Time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
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Health, Dental and Vision Insurances(Health is with Highmark, Dental/Vision with UHC)
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$1,200 cash payout option in lieu of Health Insurance coverage
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Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
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Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
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15 to 27 Paid Days Off / year
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8 Paid Holidays
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Short Term Disability
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Long Term Disability
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Life Insurance
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Supplemental Insurance (AFLAC)
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Optional 401(k) with Employer match
WORK PERKS
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Paid orientation and training
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Free parking (select locations)
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Employee Activities, Rewards and Recognition Programs
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Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
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Credit Union
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Educational Leave
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Legal Services (Legal Shield)
APPLY TO THIS POSITION
Interested applicants can choose to apply in any of the following ways:
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Complete an employment application online
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Email resumes: Careers@PFQ.org
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Fax resumes: 412-824-8160
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Rather call to schedule an interview? 412-446-0776!
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Drop off resumes or apply in person: Partners For Quality, 250 Clever Road, McKees Rocks, PA 15136
Partners For Quality and its family of agencies are an equal opportunity employer
EOE
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
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Six (6) months of mental health experience preferred
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Act 33, 34 and FBI Clearances
Minimum Compensation: USD $15.00/Hr. Maximum Compensation: USD $15.00/Hr.