Direct Care & Client Support Specialist

Acadia Healthcare; Pearl (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Pearl, Mississippi, seeks a compassionate caregiver to provide one-on-one or group instruction and daily assistance to patients, supporting their treatment and independence.

You will follow program activities, monitor client behaviors, assist with meals, document data, and communicate needs to supervisors to adjust training objectives; a valid driver's license is required.

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.
• 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.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Age 21 or older

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Pearl, Mississippi, seeks a compassionate caregiver to provide one-on-one or group instruction and daily assistance to patients, supporting their treatment and independence.

You will follow program activities, monitor client behaviors, assist with meals, document data, and communicate needs to supervisors to adjust training objectives; a valid driver's license is required.