Rehabilitative Service Aid

Envision Unlimited
US - Illinois - Chicago
December 1, 2024

Description:
Envision Unlimited is a full spectrum of care organization serving people with disabilities from infants to 80+ years old regardless of race, gender, religion, or ability to pay. Founded in Chicago in 1948, Envision Unlimited has a legacy of evolving care delivered with empathy, every time and everywhere. Innovative services offered across Chicagoland and Central Illinois include community living options, novel day programs, behavioral health services, employment programs, respite for families, and foster care for children with disabilities.

Purpose:

The Rehabilitative Service Aid (RSA) will work directly with clients who have transitioned from nursing homes and long-term care facilities into their own apartments with-in the community. RSA will participate as a member of the multidisciplinary team responsible for the supervision, training, and implementation of an individual's treatment plan and behavior management plans. RSA will provide direct service to all members, and complete documentation as required by the multidisciplinary team, CARF Accreditation, and funders including Medicaid standards. Will Meet established productivity targets as assigned.

Essential Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Must provide program supervisor with a mobile number in which you can be reached and be accessible via mobile phone during work hours.
Provide compassionate care and recovery-oriented services to members with mental illness and/or other disabilities.
Assist members to achieve independent living goals by providing training in key areas such as:
activities of daily living, budgeting, transportation, developing healthy relationships and other items defined by treatment plan goals
Provide clients with training, technical assistance and support to maintain successfully in the community.
Assist in the development and adherence to a healthy menu (based on client's dietary needs) and in the preparation of meals as indicated by the client's skill level according to their service and/or treatment plan.
Provide and supervise recreational activities with members both on site and in the community.
Supervise members in the self-administration of medications. Provide training/education to them on the process, usage and side effects of their medications. Follow-up with supervisor and/or medical professionals around any issues or concerns that happen related to medications.
Document services to members as outlined in their treatment plan in individual or group note forms as applicable. Notes must be compliant with agency standards and completed before the end of each shift. Assure safe, clean and secure living environment for all members by assisting them to complete household chores. Complete cleaning and other tasks as necessary by the end of the shift.
Attend all supervisions and trainings as required and/or instructed by the Program Supervisor or Director of Mental Health.

OVERALL, JOB PERFORMANCE:

Adhere to all the Policies and Procedures of Envision Unlimited.
At all times, maintain confidentiality according to the Illinois Mental Health code and Confidentiality Act.
OTHER EXPECTATIONS:

Employees shall respect the diversity of all individuals (e.g., clients, co-workers, stakeholders) and refrain from any form of discrimination and/or harassment based on religious, marital, ethnic, racial, gender, sexual orientation, or other differences.
Employees share the responsibility of creating and maintaining a welcoming and supportive work environment.

Requirements:
The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
Must be able to pass a required criminal background check and TABE test.
Must have a Valid IL Driver's License and a High school diploma of GED equivalent.
Must have excellent writing and communication skills, 1 year of social service experience preferred.
Must be flexible to work at the 1801 S. Wabash site or the 1533 W. Warren site.

Compensation details:
20-20 Hourly Wage

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