Compassionate Care & Activity Support Specialist

Harboroaks; Pearl (MS); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Harboroaks is seeking a dedicated aide to provide daily one-on-one or group instruction and assistance to patients, supporting activities of daily living and meal preparation as needed. This role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care and the ability to adapt to individual client needs in a therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include monitoring behavior, documenting observations, assisting with program activities, and communicating with supervisors to revise objectives, while

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with program activities.
• 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.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Must be at least 21 years of age

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Harboroaks is seeking a dedicated aide to provide daily one-on-one or group instruction and assistance to patients, supporting activities of daily living and meal preparation as needed. This role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care and the ability to adapt to individual client needs in a therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include monitoring behavior, documenting observations, assisting with program activities, and communicating with supervisors to revise objectives, while