Mental Health Tech - Residential Services in Delray Beach, Florida at SOUTH COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER, INC

Position Title: Tech I - Residential
Department Title: Residential Services

Position Summary

South County Mental Health Center is seeking a Residential Technician I to provide direct support, education, and supervision to adult residents living with mental health conditions. This position helps residents develop and maintain daily living skills, build independence, and work toward their individual program goals in a residential setting.

About Us

South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is a private, non-profit, Joint Commission-accredited behavioral healthcare provider serving Southeast Palm Beach County. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality mental health services to individuals and families in our community.

Duties and Responsibilities

Direct Resident Services

· Ensure the safety and protection of residents.

· Provide direct supervision and education related to personal hygiene.

· Assist residents in developing and maintaining appropriate daily living skills.

· Support residents in building independence and maintaining healthy routines.

Program Activities and Development

· Meet with assigned residents weekly to discuss progress and program goals.

· Transport and supervise residents during social and recreational activities.

· Model and teach general housekeeping skills.

· Help residents develop skills related to medication management, budgeting, physical fitness, recreation, and social interaction.

Documentation

· Complete daily progress notes documenting resident activities and progress.

· Complete and file monthly progress notes by the 10th of each month for the previous month.

· Develop individual program plans with realistic and measurable goals.

· Maintain accurate and timely documentation.

Additional Responsibilities

· Perform other duties as assigned.

· Support the residential program and daily operations as needed.

Core Competencies

· Client Support: Ability to educate and assist adults with mental health conditions in developing daily living skills.

· Assessment and Planning: Ability to assess residents’ level of functioning and develop appropriate service plans.

· Communication: Ability to communicate and interact professionally with residents and coworkers.

· Time Management: Ability to organize daily activities, housekeeping responsibilities, resident chores, meals, and programming.

· Safety and Crisis Management: Ability to appropriately respond to physically or verbally aggressive residents.

· Confidentiality and Ethics: Understanding of confidentiality laws, abuse reporting requirements, client rights, and professional ethical standards.

· Basic Medical Knowledge: General knowledge of adult mental illness, CPR, and First Aid.

Physical Demands

· Must be able to perform direct resident supervision and participate in daily residential activities.

· Position may involve responding to physically or verbally aggressive behaviors.

Working Conditions

· Work is performed in a residential behavioral health setting.

· Requires regular interaction with adults receiving mental health services.

· Involves assisting residents with personal care routines, daily living activities, housekeeping, and community or recreational outings.

Performance Standards

Performance will be evaluated based on:

· Maintaining a safe and supportive residential environment.

· Helping residents develop greater independence through daily living skills and education.

· Supporting individual resident goals and program activities.

· Completing accurate and timely progress notes and program plans.

· Maintaining professional boundaries and protecting resident confidentiality.

· Following Center policies, client rights requirements, and applicable reporting guidelines.

Schedule & Work Details

Full-Time Position

Schedule: (hours may vary based on organizational needs)

Location: In-person (Delray Beach, FL)

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

· Health, dental, and vision insurance

· Paid time off

· Life and long-term disability coverage

· Voluntary benefit options

· 401(k) with employer match

Minimum Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· At least six months of experience working with adults with mental health conditions.

· Valid Florida driver’s license and ability to meet insurability requirements.

· Ability to communicate effectively with residents and coworkers.

· Ability to document resident progress accurately and legibly.

· Knowledge of adult mental illness and basic daily living skills.

· Current knowledge of adult CPR and basic First Aid.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Associate degree.

· At least one year of experience working with adults with mental health conditions.

Additional Information

Background check required

Drug-free workplace

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Employment Requirements: Employment with South County Mental Health Center requires compliance with applicable health screening requirements, including a PPD/TB screening. Employees must also receive the annual influenza vaccination or wear a face mask during flu season (October through April), subject to applicable accommodations.