Residential Aide

POSITION SUMMARY: Resident Monitor, embraces and facilities the organization philosophy “doing everything we can to aid in the healing and support of the person in need,” model to stabilize and enrich the participant’s lives. Responsible for the direct supervision of clients in a structured residential program. The responsibilities of the role require a firm and fair approach, with honesty and integrity. The person must develop the respect and confidence of the residents and their team. This requires someone who is professional, responsive, and decisive in their decision-making skills and in emergency situations. The individual is required to follow established regulations and procedures, inclusive of regulatory standards and procedures. The RM must be able to comprehend and apply core correctional practices and cognitive behavioral treatment approaches. They must be able to function well in a fast-paced and, at times, stressful environment.

Values:We carry out our work with a relentless commitment to quality and behaviors that reflect: Health - We create safe and healthy environments; Family - We strengthen bonds among loved ones; Compassion - We care, and our actions reflect empathy and respect; and Advocacy - We empower our clients to speak, and we speak for those without a voice.

Role Summary: Residential Aides/ Monitors will report to the Residential Coordinator Caleb Thomas. RMA work on 7 days on shift, 7 days off shift. Residential Aides will assist in the 24/7 operations of the residence. Residential Aides will have direct contact with residents on a daily basis and will provide assistance with activities, scheduling, coverage in the home and on off-site trips, cleaning of the home, cooking (including daily community meals), and documentation of daily tasks. Residential Aides will help to ensure that house rules and operational procedures are followed. All staff is expected to model behavior consistent with good citizenship, self-respect, and respect for others.

Residential Aide Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides guidance, crisis intervention, motivational counseling and ensures program policy and procedure is followed.
• Completes documentation in accordance with established standards, and incident reports and other data in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assisting residents with daily personal routines, including bathing prompts and cues, dressing, grooming, eating.
• Train and monitor residents in the implementation and integration of independent skills such as bed making, laundry, etc
• Providing companionship to residents and establishing a trusting relationship with them.
• Participate in shift change daily in with manager for resident report and receive any added assignment.
• Supervise resident AM/PM care.
• Supervise patient medication, document all incoming medications, and coordinate with nurse and psychiatrist/physician regarding medication compliance.
• Maintain residents’ schedule for your shift.
• Observe and assure adherence to house rules.
• Monitor all chores and work projects.
• Facilitate didactic groups and assist residents with recreational activities that promote comfort, security, and recovery.
• Collects urinalysis specimens as assigned as needed.
• Transports and supervises consumers on activities, field trips and recreational outings and appointments following vehicle operation and safety procedures as needed.
• Remains on premises during entire shift to provide coverage.
• Reporting any concerns or medical issues.
• Ensuring that the residents' living quarters are safe and well-organized.
• Keepingrecords of resident activity, behavior, and moods.
• Collaborating with management and coworkers to ensure residents receive the best quality of life possible.
• Providing mentorship to residents and establishing a trusting relationship with them.
• Monitor residents and facility for contraband, conducting pat-down searches, as necessary, as per agency policy
• Conduct urinalysis and Blood Alcohol Concentrations (BACs), as required.
• Enforce program rules and regulations and follow appropriate reporting procedures

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assure resident movement follows agency procedure.
• Assure appointments, wakeups, lights-out, and transportation scheduling are organized and met.
• Conduct hourly “eye check” of all residents and log accordingly.
• Record complete and comprehensive notes, on all shift activities, via the facility log on the agency intranet system.
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FACILITY OPERATION:

• Understand and adhere to procedural requirements of facility activities.
• Conduct scheduled inspections of facility, prepare, and monitor resident house assignments, and requisition necessary repairs.
• Monitor supply inventories as required, recommend, replenishment, and maintain invoice procedures.
• Maintain inventory of first aid and fire equipment.
• Dispense/receive linens for residents.
• Maintain overall sanitation of facility.
• Oversee meal preparation and clean-up.
• Maintain overall building security.
• Monitor and manage facility as required assuring for lights out, visitation rules, and that activity areas are appropriately met.
• Conduct emergency drills as required.

PROGRAM/ACTIVITIES:

• Be aware of resident treatment plans and needs and reinforce individual treatment goals.
• Participate in mandatory facility meetings, review necessary resident information, and participate in shift briefings.
• Respond to emergency situations and provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Maintain a facility atmosphere conducive to agency philosophy and humane living conditions.
• Respond to resident needs and conflicts in a preventative fashion so as to reduce volatile situations.
• Attend all probationary training/unit meetings/and any additional training assigned.

GENERAL:

• Support, cooperate, and work with other agency staff in meeting the needs of the program.
• Provide assistance as required by supervisory staff.
• Adhere to the Policy and Procedure of the agency.
• Reports directly to the supervisor on duty.
• Performother tasks as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be eligible to become a (QAP) Qualified Addiction Professional
• Must obtain a Chemical Dependency CT or CDCI and or a CDC ll within two years
• Bachelors/Associate’s degree in Sociology, Psychology, Human Services, Criminal Justice/Social Service field preferred or High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Relevant job experience may be substituted for preferred college degree.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a driving record that doesn’t preclude the employee from being covered by Agency liability insurance.
• Maintain a record which does not preclude the employee from working with offenders as required by regulatory agencies.
• CNA or similar certification a plus.
• Friendly, professional demeanor.
• Strong emotional intelligence and listening skills.
• Good physical fitness.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office or related software.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Frequently required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must be able to lift and/or move 25 pounds

Responsibilities Common To All Agency Employees

• Maintain a safe work environment and confidentiality at all times
• Be proactive, creative, and flexible in determining, evaluating, researching, and resolving issues
• Organize and prioritize multiple activities to meet all external and internal deadlines
• Maintain professional demeanor that reflects positively on the agency
• Demonstrate respect and courtesy toward others
• Able to thrive in a work environment emphasizing teamwork and collaboration
• Respond promptly in all aspects of communication
• Work with minimum supervision
• Perform other duties as assigned

Salary:

Job Type: Part time or Full-time

Pay: $17.00-$24.00

JOB BENEFITS:

· Competitive Pay/Salary.

· Paid Time Off / Paid Vacation Time & Holidays.

· Mileage is reimbursed when services rendered for patient s with approval

· Room for growth within the Organization.

· Work that makes a difference!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Overtime

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person