Direct Support Professional/Mental Health Support Staff

Category: Supported Living Wage: n/a Sign-On Bonus: n/a Description: Join Benchmark Human Services and positively impact the lives of other people who are just like you Benchmark is a national leader in providing programs to individuals with disabilities and mental illness. We are seeking a qualified and caring person to work as a Mental Health Technician/Direct Support Professional in New Windsor. Responsibilities Include: Prior experience working with individuals with verbal and physical aggression Protect and honor the rights of people with disabilities Provide training, assistance and support to individuals with intellectual disabilities and significant behavioral challenges and mental health conditions Ability to implement plans and training throughout crisis situations and respond to behaviors utilizing positive behavior supports. Assist individuals served in expanding their opportunities to participate in community life as they choose Assist individuals in learning and maintaining skills, having new life experiences and respond to behaviors utilizing positive behavior supports. Provide training to individuals served in all identified areas and function as part of the interdisciplinary team Ensuring a safe and clean home for people served Develop a positive rapport while serving as a role model to create a safe and caring environment Teach skills to individuals served that increase independence such as eating, cooking and bathing Document data displaying the individual served goals and progression Assist in finding and participating in meaningful community activities Work independent or with co-workers to enhance to growth of individual served Participate in on-going professional training Must be willing to flex schedule according to the needs of the individuals served Benefits: Competitive wages based on experience Health and dental insurance Life Insurance 401k plan with company match Profit Sharing Tuition reimbursement Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Various shifts and locations Advancement opportunities Incentive Bonuses General Qualifications: Reliable transportation Valid auto insurance and driver’s license High school diploma or GED Understand the importance of behavioral training and the seriousness of using these skills when needed. Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.