One-on-One Care & Patient Support Specialist

Acadia Healthcare; Hernando (MS); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Hernando, Mississippi seeks a dedicated caregiver to provide daily one-on-one or group instruction and support to patients in our program. This role emphasizes safe, empathetic interaction and helping clients participate in activities while promoting independence.

Responsibilities include assisting with activities, monitoring behaviors, preparing meals, managing data sheets, and communicating with supervisors to adjust training objectives.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with program activities.
• Monitor and document individual behaviors accurately.
• Assist with preparation of clients' meals and provide client training as needed.
• Encourage individuals to be independent and participate in activities.
• Maintain a neat and orderly facility and therapeutic environment.
• Report deficiencies to supervisor and assist with updates to training objectives.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Observation skills

Data entry

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Hernando, Mississippi seeks a dedicated caregiver to provide daily one-on-one or group instruction and support to patients in our program. This role emphasizes safe, empathetic interaction and helping clients participate in activities while promoting independence.

Responsibilities include assisting with activities, monitoring behaviors, preparing meals, managing data sheets, and communicating with supervisors to adjust training objectives.