Community Support Specialist — Patient Care & Activities

Acadia Healthcare; Pearl (MS); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 29.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Harboroaks seeks a dedicated caregiver to provide daily patient support, including one-on-one or small-group instruction and assistance in a therapeutic setting. You will help clients participate in activities, prepare meals, and reinforce skills through hands-on guidance.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, being at least 21 years old, and a valid driver's license. You will also monitor data sheets, perform routine van checks when driving, and maintain a neat, safe

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have valid driver's license.

Aufgaben

• Provide one-on-one or group instruction/assistance to patients daily.
• Complete routine daily check of van (including tires, gas gauge, etc.) and report deficiencies to supervisor if driving is required.
• Accurately monitor and maintain data collection sheets and submit to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Assist with assessment of clients' strengths and needs as necessary.
• Assist with preparation of clients' meals and provide client training as needed.
• Communicate with supervisor related needs to revise, delete, or add training objectives as deemed necessary.
• Physically assist in maintaining facility in a neat and orderly manner.
• Monitor and document individual behaviors using specific and descriptive terms accurately (i.e., behavior changes, accidents, seizures, etc.).
• Encourage individuals to be independent and attend and participate in assigned activities.
• Provide realistic, positive assurance to individuals regarding benefits of treatment and participation.
• Assist in physical maintenance of a therapeutic environment by promoting an environment that encourages individuals to learn new skills and make choices through activity involvement, hands‑on instruction/guidance, etc.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Kenntnisse

Patient care

Data entry

Driving

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Harboroaks seeks a dedicated caregiver to provide daily patient support, including one-on-one or small-group instruction and assistance in a therapeutic setting. You will help clients participate in activities, prepare meals, and reinforce skills through hands-on guidance.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, being at least 21 years old, and a valid driver's license. You will also monitor data sheets, perform routine van checks when driving, and maintain a neat, safe