Direct Care Worker - Cable Bridge 1 Monday - Friday 11pm-7am

Acadia Healthcare; Gulfport (MS); Sur place; USD 26 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a dedicated individual to provide daily one-on-one or group instruction and assistance to patients. You will participate in program activities, monitor client data, assist with meals, and help maintain a clean, therapeutic environment.

The role emphasizes compassionate, professional interactions, safety, and collaboration with supervisors to adapt training objectives as needed. A valid driver's license is required, and applicants must be at least 21 years old.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a valid drivers license.

Responsabilités

• Provide assistance with program activities.
• Complete routine daily check of van (including tires, gas gauge) 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.
• 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.

Connaissances

Patient care

Communication

Behavior monitoring

Formation

High School Diploma

Outils

Valid driver's license

Description du poste

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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