SUMMARY
A Residential Aide supports the treatment of clients who are struggling with addiction issues and may perform a variety of tasks to provide clients with the best possible care. An Overnight Residential Aide is expected to understand the treatment program, record patient behavior, and provide a safe, supportive environment for the patients and peers. May provide and record patient medications and assist in daily activities, whether therapeutic or recreational. To be successful in this role, an Overnight Residential Aide needs to have strong communication skills and a positive demeanor towards clients and other staff members.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Maintain professional boundaries with staff and clients.
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Conduct shift change with oncoming staff: high alert medications & verify and post the status of the company card.
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Wake up clients for medication administration & groups.
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Distribute medications (sign off on high alert meds) if nurse is unavailable.
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Update OTC meds binder as needed.
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Check and sign off on temperature, disinfectant, & refrigerator logs.
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Wash and put-up clean laundry.
- Clean and set up rooms after every discharge.
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Complete round sheets and place in client file.
- Inventory new medications and notify medical staff of its completion.
- Maintain cleanliness within the entire facility.
- Prepare office for oncoming shift.
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Monitor clients’ conduct throughout the day.
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Support client treatment goals as identified by the treatment team.
- Convey clients’ needs to medical, clinical, and other operational staff.
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Participates in crisis intervention and conflict resolution actions, including suicide assessments, partner abuse, child, and elder abuse screening; responds appropriately to resolve crisis situations; implements mandatory reporting procedures in accordance with regulations (including HIPAA) and policies.
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Immediately report any crisis or serious concerns to appropriate staff.
- Utilize incident report to document any incidents when on duty following professional protocol.
- Maintain proper chain of command.
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Maintain a positive and supportive work environment while exercising maturity in judgement.
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Attend and participate in all staff meetings/in service training.
- Maintain a good driving record.
- Maintain a high level of flexibility with the daily flow of work tasks.
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Complete all other duties as directed by the Lead Residential Aide, Operations Manager, or EHG leadership.
BENEFITS (IF ELIGIBLE):
Employee Referral Program
Employee Assistant Program
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Time
Opportunities for advancement
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred; Bachelor’s preferred
- 2 years’ addiction treatment center experience preferred
- 2 years’ IOP/PHP experience preferred
- First Aid/CPR/AED certified within 30 days of employment
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Effective September 1, 2023, a valid Motor Vehicle License preferred
TRAVEL: May be required to travel to all EHG facilities