Direct Care Worker - Short Term Residential Program

Harboroaks; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Behavioral Health Associates to join their team in providing essential support to adolescent patients. This role involves ensuring patient safety, conducting safety checks, and facilitating educational groups to help patients develop crucial life skills. The ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and some experience working with young individuals. By fostering a positive and structured environment, you will play a vital role in the well-being of patients and contribute to their recovery journey. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of adolescents, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months experience working with adolescents preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety and provide excellent customer service.
• Document clinical information accurately in medical records.
• Facilitate patient educational and rehabilitative groups.

Skills

Patient Safety Awareness

Customer Service

Documentation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Crisis Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Overview

Southwood is seeking Behavioral Health Associates to work with our adolescent patients in the Choices residential treatment program, currently located in Bridgeville, PA. All shifts available.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety and provide excellent customer service.
2. Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive, and structured environment.
3. Conduct safety checks and ensure supervision at 15-minute intervals or as per individual guidelines.
4. Document clinical information accurately and timely in patient's medical records.
5. Assist in maintaining a safe, secure, and comfortable environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
6. Interact with patients, observe behaviors, and communicate significant findings to nursing staff.
7. Assist patients with activities of daily living as needed, including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, meals, hydration, and changing linens.
8. Obtain and document vital signs, height, and weight as assigned.
9. Facilitate patient educational and rehabilitative groups on topics like social skills, coping skills, anger management, and independent living skills.
10. Engage patients in activities aimed at achieving treatment goals.
11. Maintain required documentation and assist with incident follow-up and paperwork.
12. Provide or coordinate transportation for patients as needed.
13. Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude; address patient concerns and prioritize patient safety.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months or more experience working with the specific population preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training provided upon hire).
• First aid certification may be required based on state or facility requirements.

While this job description aims to accurately reflect the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify duties as needed due to circumstances such as emergencies, workload changes, or technological developments.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of characteristics protected by applicable laws.