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UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital is hiring a full-time Community Aide II to assist their team at 8701 Bricelyn Street, Pittsburgh PA, 15221. This role will work rotating shifts from 3pm-11pm or 11pm-7am.

The Community Aide II is an entry level position responsible for assisting with the assessment, education and rehabilitation of consumers participating in the program. Our residential programs embrace a Housing First, Harm Reduction philosophy to meet our participants where they are. We are widely recognized across Allegheny County for providing the highest quality of support and service to our participants, and serve individuals diagnosed with behavioral health and substance use disorder. There are minimal rules that individuals must follow in order to assure a safe environment for all program participants. This allows for a long period of engagement that gives residents time to develop trust in staff and the program.

Responsibilities:

+ Meets regularly with Vocational Counselor/Program Coordinator to discuss assessment and progress of individual consumers.

+ Knowledge and implementation of safety precautions.

+ Participates with Program Coordinator to identify individual learning needs.

+ Collaborates with Psychiatric Rehabilitation Staff to determine ongoing rehabilitation needs and development of the individualized Rehabilitation Plans.

+ Demonstrates effective use of self to engage and role model interactions with consumers and staff.

+ Reports pertinent clinical or non-clinical needs or problems to appropriate administrative staff.

+ Maintains on-going communication with supervisors and appropriate staff concerning activities for groups and individuals.

+ Meets regularly with other Psychiatric Rehabilitation Staff to develop, plan, implement and evaluate services within the program and Services and Research for Recovery in Serious Mental Illness.

+ Works directly with consumers performing orientation, monitoring progress, assessing and teaching skills in all environments. Provides continuous feedback and ongoing support. Works 1-1 or with a group.

+ Provides accurate documentation of goal progress and services provided. Documents pertinent information such as observations, interventions and consumer responses.

+ Attends assigned staff meetings, training and supervisory sessions. Provide input on consumer involvement with the Peer Support Counselor.

+ Pursues continuing education for professional growth and development.

+ Participate in on-going staff development activities.

Team Collaboration

+ Coordinate with counselors and staff to assess needs and plan individualized services.

+ Communicate regularly with supervisors and report relevant concerns.

Consumer Support

+ Guide individuals and groups through orientation, skill-building, and progress monitoring.

+ Provide feedback, support, and model positive interactions.

Documentation

+ Record service details, consumer progress, and observations accurately.

Professional Development

+ Attend meetings, training, and pursue ongoing education.

Safety & Conduct

+ Follow safety protocols and demonstrate professional behavior.

+ High school diploma or GED required.

+ Prior human services experience preferred.

+ May in the course of their duties be in rooms where medications are stored or may transport medications when they transport patients.

+ Transportation of medication is limited from one department to another.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

+ Valid Pennsylvania driver's license and access to reliable transportation preferred.

+ Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

+ Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)

+ Act 34

+ OAPSA

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran