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SalaryHeartland Recovery is a licensed Residential Addiction Recovery facility located at 212 Church Street in Chataignier, Evangeline Parish, Louisiana. We specialize in helping individuals recover from drug and alcohol addiction through evidence-based practices, with a focus on providing a safe and supportive environment for our clients.
Duties:
- Provide direct care and support to individuals with substance use disorder and developmental disabilities.
- Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication administration.
- Monitor and document patient behaviors, progress, and responses to treatment.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Utilize crisis management techniques to de-escalate potentially volatile situations.
- Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.
Experience:
- Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders or developmental disabilities is preferred.
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and the ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
- Familiarity with applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles and techniques.
- Understanding of social work principles and practices.
- Experience working with people with developmental disabilities is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in crisis management strategies and techniques.
- Ability to take accurate vital signs and monitor patient health status.
- Knowledge of special education principles and practices is a plus.
- Familiarity with behavioral health interventions and treatment modalities.
- Experience in addiction counseling or substance abuse treatment is beneficial.
Skills:
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
This position requires a high level of patience, empathy, and resilience. The ability to adapt to changing situations and handle stressful circumstances is essential. A commitment to providing quality care for individuals with Mental Health disorders is crucial.
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Addiction Medicine
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Work Location: In person
