Direct Care & Support Specialist

Acadia Healthcare; Brandon (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Brandon, MS is seeking a compassionate aide to support patients with daily living activities through one-on-one or group instruction. You will assist with program activities, monitor safety, and record progress to help guide treatment plans.

The role emphasizes empathetic, professional interactions, data collection, and collaboration with supervisors to adjust training objectives while maintaining a clean, therapeutic environment.

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.

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Brandon, MS is seeking a compassionate aide to support patients with daily living activities through one-on-one or group instruction. You will assist with program activities, monitor safety, and record progress to help guide treatment plans.

The role emphasizes empathetic, professional interactions, data collection, and collaboration with supervisors to adjust training objectives while maintaining a clean, therapeutic environment.