Job Information
Talbert House Therapeutic Support Specialist - Passages (2nd shift) in Cincinnati, Ohio
Position Description:
- Lead and act as a resource for TSS II staff at site; organize shift tasks to assure most efficient use of resources and time available without compromising safety and security of clients or staff
- Actively supervise and engage clients to create a safe and therapeutic environment, including planning, implementing and supporting therapeutic/educational activities
- Utilize approved techniques to maintain safety of clients and staff including crisis de-escalation and conflict management; be cognizant of special behavior plans for clients
- Promote healthy and professional relationships with and between clients, including helping clients learn to make appropriate decisions
- Utilize a trauma-informed approach when dealing with clients and families
- Maintain health and safety standards within the facility
- Complete accurate and timely documentation utilizing designated software
- Respond to emergencies or incidents through approved practices and protocols
- Operate vehicle to transport clients as required
- Other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Intermediate level problem-solving skills and ability to multi-task
- Effective use of computer and basic data management for record keeping purposes
- Basic conflict resolution/crisis management skills and techniques
- Learn and practice program specific principles such as Trauma Informed Care and Crisis Intervention (once trained)
- driving if required by program
Job Requirements:
- High School Graduate or High School Equivalency
- At least 21 years of age
- 1-3 years experience in similar setting
Essential Functions/Physical Demands:
- Positional: Driving in accordance with job duties assigned. Occasional standing and walking. Constant sitting.
- Gross Mobility: Rare climbing, or crawling. Infrequent balancing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching. Frequent to constant reaching and handling.
- Sensory: Rare tasting/smelling. Infrequent use of color vision. Occasional use of far visual acuity, depth perception, and field of vision. Frequent use of near and midrange visual acuity, and visual accommodation. Frequent to constant talking.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or on the basis of disability.