Part-Time Therapeutic Service Worker

Job Description:

Part-Time Therapeutic Service Worker

Description

Therapeutic Service Worker/Gardener

(Part-Time)

St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center - North and South Campuses

5351 Delmar Blvd. St. Louis, MO. 63112 and 5300 Arsenal St. St. Louis, MO. 63139

Hours/days are flexible within 7:30am - 4:00pm, Monday through Friday.

Hourly Rate: $17.38 Total per week needed is 10 - 19.5 hours.

Description:

•Main responsibilities include maintaining the several gardens and indoor plants at FTC-S and FTC-N,working with the Central Activity Therapy and Client Work Program staff, and supervising, instructing,and teaching client workers.

•Successful candidates will be able to:

oDemonstrate compassion and an ability to work in a trauma informed and recovery-basedenvironment.

oDemonstrate professional behavior to encourage and maintain a respectful and positive workenvironment for clients and provide education to clients on related topics when needed.

oCreatively problem solve and think critically through difficult situations to form insightfulstrategies and to accomplish goals.

oWork independently and prioritize their time and responsibilities effectively.

oDemonstrate an understanding of FTC and DMH policies and how CWP contributes to thefacility’s mission.

oCommunicate effectively in person and electronically.

oDocument accurately and with clinical insight about client behavior.

Responsibilities:

•Maintain and care for the outdoor flower and vegetable gardens, the greenhouse, and the indoorplants: planting, watering, pruning, applying fertilizers and pesticides, ensuring the garden's overallhealth and appearance, planning plant selection and placement, etc.

•Maintain the storage and use of gardening equipment, ensuring safe and proper use.

•Maintain an equipment record and request new materials and tools as needed.

•Collaborate with CAT and CWP staff so to integrate the garden and/or produce in events, activities, orlessons.

•Supervise and instruct client workers to increase vocational skills and to foster engagement andenvironmental awareness.

•Report weekly on progress, production, and maintenance needs.

•Write clinical notes about client interactions, groups, and work hours.

Eligibility:

• Two years of experience in gardening, landscaping, or closely related work.

• Two years of experience in the mental health field or closely related work.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and the public.

• Ability to complete assignments accurately within specified timeframes.

Why DMH?

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.

Salary:

17.38 per Hour