DK Advocates
1502 E Broadway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85719
Mon - Fri | 8:30am - 4:30pm
Ph: (520) 790-7677
Why work for DKA?
At DKA, we believe in the power of work to transform lives. Our mission is to empower individuals with the resources, confidence, and opportunities they need to become employable and successfully employed. Whether it’s through our Choices Program, which helps those with behavioral health challenges prepare for competitive employment, our Justice Program, which supports previously incarcerated individuals with job readiness and essential resources, or our Clothing Closet, which provides interview attire to those in need, we are committed to creating pathways to success. We believe there is a place for everyone in the workforce, and at DKA, you’ll be part of a team that makes that belief a reality every day.
Open Positions
We are not currently hiring, but we encourage you to submit an application, as new opportunities may become available.
Behavioral Health Tech
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:​
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Completes comprehensive daily case notes.
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Collaborates with Program Coordinator and funding source for proper client interventions
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Updates curriculum as needed to insure current relevant information.
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Attends client support meetings and collaborate with clients’ service providers to ensure comprehensive and appropriate service delivery
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Maintains communication with Program Coordinator, Case Managers, Counselors and other support staff as allowed by HIPPA
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Reports and documents any serious or problematic incident within 24 hours
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Seeks counsel and assistance with any situation outside of job role or area of expertise
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Attends bi-weekly staff meetings
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May be asked to cover for other staff as needed.
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Attends periodic training workshops, seminars and/or conferences as assigned to gain increased knowledge of the field of psychiatric rehabilitation and understanding of various disabilities.
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BENEFITS AND SCHEDULE:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
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Dental insurance
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Health insurance
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Life insurance
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Paid time off
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Referral program
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Retirement plan
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Vision insurance
Schedule:
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8 hour shift
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Day shift
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Monday to Friday
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No weekends
Work Location: In person
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. A high school diploma or GED and documentation of one year experience directly working with individuals with disabilities, preferably involved in the provision of vocational rehabilitation services.
2. Ability to complete accurate and comprehensive case notes documenting clients’ progress.
3. Ability to work effectively with people with various disabilities and capabilities
4. Ability to apply principles and methods of teaching and training persons with disabilities.
5. Ability to act responsibly in an emergency.
6. Reliable transportation.
7. Some worksites require applicants to pass a background security check and/or health tests.
8. Teaching and/or training experience.
9. Knowledge of job search skills, job development, Vocational Rehabilitation services and requirements.
10. Understanding of group dynamics and able to work effectively with people with various behavioral difficulties.
11. Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check prior to employment.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Responsible to meet daily scheduled appointments with clients as assigned.
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Responsible to complete daily Case Notes before the end of each day.
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Responsible to provide appropriate notice of time off, in accordance with the company policy.
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Responsible to make DKA clients a priority, for the benefit of DKA.
RESPONSIBILTIES COMMON TO ALL AGENCY EMPLOYEES:
1. Maintains confidentiality and trust for all employees, participants, and visitors.
2. Consistently displays culturally sensitive behavior and communication for all employees, participants, and visitors.
3. Seeks win/win solutions, values interdependence, shares a common sense of responsibility for the whole
4. Acts in a manner that presents the agency in a positive light and furthers a positive image for the agency. Demonstrates a positive and respectful personal appearance. Contributes to a clean and orderly facility appearance.
5. Demonstrates respect, courtesy, and dignity for all.
6. Responds in a timely manner in all aspects of communication.
7. Maintains safe working environment for self, other employees, and visitors in accordance with applicable standards relevant to the position’s job duties
8. Displays adaptability and flexibility to encourage team, participant and agency health including initiating improvements, demonstrating problem solving and creativity, demonstrating motivation for change and enhancement of the organization.