Social Services Aide

Spherion is hiring a Social Service Aide to work with mental health professionals in Bentleyville, PA. This direct-hire part time role pays $14.50/hr, so this can be extra cash for the summer or upcoming holidays! This position would work around 20 hours a week, but more hours can be picked up!

Description:

As a Social Service Aide, you will help people with mental health needs with daily living activities.

What you'll do:

• Treat all people with care and fairness
• Assist in reaching goals and task by instructing residents in proper techniques for daily living
• Provide individual support and run therapeutic activities
• Drive and accompany clients to programs and activities
• Track and chart client progress toward goals
• Ensure overall resident safety at all times
• Immediately report all emergencies, accidents, or incidents to the director
• Protect resident rights and maintain strict confidentiality
• Keep the facility and company vehicles safe and hazard-free
• Assist residents with self-medication as prescribed
• Handle other duties as assigned

Education: High School

• High School Diploma or GED
• Act 33/34 clearances
• Valid PA driver's license
• State Police clearances
• Bondable

Physical:

• Standing / Walking

Skills:

• Strong communication and empathy skills
• Strict understanding of confidentiality
• Training in personal care, mental health, CPR and First Aid
• Understanding of metal health, Ability to lead groups and solve problems
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills, Willingness to drive as needed

Related Experience: Social Service, Aide, Mental Health