Direct Care Worker 2/ Southern Heights 1 SLH Mon-Fri 11pm-7am

Acadia Healthcare; Grenada (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare seeks a dedicated staff member to provide daily one-on-one or group instruction to patients, supporting program activities and maintaining a clean, safe therapeutic environment. You will monitor behaviors, assist with meals, and report any deficiencies or safety concerns to supervisors.

The role emphasizes empathy, professionalism, and promoting patient independence while ensuring safety and compliance with treatment plans.

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

Data collection

Meal preparation

Behavior monitoring

Customer service

Safety awareness

Independence support

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

Purpose Statement

To provide one-on-one or group instruction/assistance to patients on a daily basis.

Essential Functions

• 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.

Other Functions

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Education/Experience/Skill Requirements

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

Licenses/Designations/Certifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.

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