Direct Care Worker 3/ Nettleton SLH Saturday-Sunday 7am-7pm

Acadia Healthcare; Nettleton (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Harboroaks in Mississippi seeks caregivers to provide one-on-one or group instruction and daily assistance to patients. Responsibilities include activity support, van checks, data documentation, meal prep, and behavior monitoring, with emphasis on safety and patient empowerment.

Role requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and being 21 or older; opportunities to work in a therapeutic setting with hands-on instruction.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with program activities.
• Complete routine daily check of van and report deficiencies if driving is required.
• Accurately monitor and maintain data collection sheets and submit to supervisor.
• Assist with assessment of clients' strengths and needs.
• Assist with preparation of clients' meals and provide training.
• Communicate with supervisor to revise training objectives as needed.
• Physically maintain a neat and orderly facility.
• Monitor and document individual behaviors with precise terms.
• Encourage independence and participation in activities.
• Provide positive assurance about benefits of treatment and participation.
• Promote a therapeutic environment supporting skill learning through activity involvement.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

21 years of age or older

Job description

Overview

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

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

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

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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