Direct Care Worker 3/ Summit Ridge SLH 7a-7p and 7p-7a

Acadia Healthcare; Crossgates (MS); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Acadia Healthcare in Mississippi seeks dedicated caregivers to provide one-on-one or group instruction and daily support to patients, assisting with activities, data collection, and treatment participation.

You will drive patients to activities as needed, monitor behaviors, help prepare meals, and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment. Required: high school diploma, at least 21, valid driver’s license; commitment to patient safety.

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsabilidades

• 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 as necessary.
• Assist with preparation of clients' meals and provide client training as needed.
• Promote an environment that encourages learning new skills through activities and guidance.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers and address complaints.

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Driver's license

Herramientas

Valid driver's license

Descripción del empleo

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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