ADST (Residential Aide)

Coda,-Inc; Tigard (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CODA Inc. is seeking a dedicated care and support professional in Tigard, OR to oversee patient monitoring, safety, and documentation during an early morning shift.

The role includes assisting with outings, medication administration, and maintaining confidentiality within HIPAA and 42-CFR guidelines. The successful candidate will respond to emergencies, conduct safety checks, and support a therapeutic community while ensuring accurate records and professional boundaries are upheld throughout the

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in patient care or behavioral health settings preferred.
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work Tuesday–Saturday early shift (5:45am–2:15pm).

Responsibilities

• Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 5:45am - 2:15pm.
• Monitor patients' behavior and location; document routine notes.
• Respond to emergencies per site procedures.
• Assist with outings and transportation; model community-oriented behavior.
• Perform security searches and safety checks of the facility.
• Administer and document medication activities in the EMR.
• Collect urine samples following protocol; ensure chain of custody.
• Complete shift change and communicate any notable events to the next shift.
• Maintain patient confidentiality per HIPAA and 42-CFR.
• Answer phones, file, and assist visitors as needed.
• Assist with new resident check-in and orientation.
• Monitor treatment environment to maintain safety and a therapeutic community.

Skills

Patient monitoring

Emergency response

Documentation

HIPAA compliance

Professional boundaries

Communication

Team collaboration

Transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:Schedule:Tuesday - Saturday 5:45am -2:15pmMonitor the behavior and location of patients, completing routine documentation and recording unusual or concerning behaviors that should be addressed by the clinical team.Respond to emergencies and patient medical needs per site procedures.Monitor patients’ activities throughout the shift, adhering to the schedule and structured activities.Assist with planned and approved patient outings, providing transportation and ensuring program rules are followed during outings while serving as a positive role model for community-oriented behavior.Perform security procedures such as conducting and documenting searches of patient rooms, patient property, and personal possessions. Perform safety and security checks of the grounds regularly. Ensure contraband and disallowed items are not present in the facility.Assist patient with self-administration of medications per established procedures, including accurately recording all medication activities in the medication record.Perform and observe urine toxicology specimen collection following program procedures including strict adherence to protocols for testing same or differing genders.Assure chain of custody compliance prior to submission for testing.Record notes in daily shift log for each patient in accordance with standard clinical procedures. Provide timely and accurate clinical documentation regarding UA results, Breathalyzer, etc. in compliance with agency and regulatory standards, input data into electronic medical record.Assist with house cleaning as needed and maintain cleaning supplies.Complete shift change, including counting controlled medications and providing information to the next shift about any unusual events, abnormal behaviors of patients, and special notes necessary for them to understand the condition of the patients and program.Answer phones in a professional manner; complete filing; assist visitors as needed. Maintain patient confidentiality at all times according to HIPAA and 42-CFR.Assist with patient-run community meetings as necessary.Conduct new resident check-in and/or orientation to the program.Monitor treatment environment, providing interventions where needed to provide a safe and therapeutic community.Establish and maintain professional relationships with patients, enforcing professional boundaries and avoiding dual relationships, including any relationship outside of the specific scope of this position.In programs where children are present, may be required to provide care for infants and children, and maintain a safe and clean environment.Achieve outcomes using methods that align with CODA’s mission and values:Communicate accurately and positively about recovery and the use of evidence-based treatments.Use data and science to identify barriers, overcome obstacles, and inform decisions.Be financially responsible; avoid waste, document accurately, seek new opportunities to serve.Demonstrate compassion and respect for others.REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Must have high school diploma or GED.