Direct Care Professional I (MRTC)

Richmond Behavioral Health; Richmond (VA); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Richmond Behavioral Health is seeking compassionate staff to provide basic hands-on support to men in our residential treatment setting. The role assists with daily living tasks, monitors wellbeing, supports program participation, and follows established care protocols under supervision.

You will work as part of a dedicated team, help with hygiene, mobility, and transport to appointments, document services accurately, and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment aligned with ISPs and procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in behavioral health and residential care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow care protocols and ISPs.

Responsabilités

• Assist clients with daily living tasks such as hygiene, dressing, eating, and mobility
• Monitor client behavior and safety, including overnight checks and crisis observation
• Support group activities, therapeutic exercises, and skill-building sessions
• Transport clients to appointments, community activities, or treatment sessions
• Maintain accurate documentation of services, behaviors, and incidents
• Conduct room checks, laundry duties, and basic housekeeping tasks
• Communicate effectively with clients, team members, and supervisors
• Follow ISPs and standard operating procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Connaissances

Basic caregiving

Effective communication

Description du poste

Program DescriptionThe purpose of the MRTC (Mens Residential Treatment Center) is to provide a safe environment to men seeking help with stopping the substance use practices and starting their journey to recovery. Residents are encouraged to engage in various group therapy sessions that focus on wellness such as Evening Recreational Gardening, Recovery Management, Trauma Education, Mindful Stress and Anger Management, and Smoking Cessation.

Program DescriptionThe purpose of the MRTC (Mens Residential Treatment Center) is to provide a safe environment to men seeking help with stopping the substance use practices and starting their journey to recovery. Residents are encouraged to engage in various group therapy sessions that focus on wellness such as Evening Recreational Gardening, Recovery Management, Trauma Education, Mindful Stress and Anger Management, and Smoking Cessation.

Job SummaryProvide basic hands-on support to individuals with behavioral health, intellectual, or developmental disabilities in residential or community settings. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, monitoring client well-being, and supporting program participation. Operate under close supervision and follow established care protocols.

Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesThe essential duties and primary responsibilities below are intended to describe the general requirements of this job and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist clients with daily living tasks such as hygiene, dressing, eating, and mobility
• Monitor client behavior and safety, including overnight checks and crisis observation
• Support group activities, therapeutic exercises, and skill-building sessions
• Transport clients to appointments, community activities, or treatment sessions
• Maintain accurate documentation of services, behaviors, and incidents
• Conduct room checks, laundry duties, and basic housekeeping tasks
• Communicate effectively with clients, team members, and supervisors
• Follow individual support plans (ISPs) and standard operating procedures
• Other duties as assigned