Recovery Support Aide (Residential Care)

Universal Health Services; Augusta (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision

401(K) with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Skywood Recovery Center, a residential treatment facility in Augusta, MI, provides integrated treatment for addiction and mental health through individual and group therapy, experiential therapies, equine and art therapy, and yoga.

The Residential Assistant supports patients, conducts psycho-educational groups, ensures admission orientation, maintains safety checks, and assists with daily living tasks under UHS oversight.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• CPR certification required or willing to obtain.
• Experience in behavioral health settings preferred.
• Demonstrates professionalism and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Ensures orientation of new patients immediately upon admission.
• Conducts psycho-educational groups with patients.
• Provides empathic, supportive interactions and avoids confrontation.
• Utilizes motivational interviewing and de-escalation techniques.
• Maintains program schedule and safety checks as required.
• Performs daily living maintenance tasks and keeps area clean.
• Handles medication intake and storage per policy.
• Follows local crisis response plans for emergencies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High School diploma or GED

CPR certification

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Skywood Recovery Center, a residential treatment facility in Augusta, MI, provides integrated treatment for addiction and mental health through individual and group therapy, experiential therapies, equine and art therapy, and yoga.

The Residential Assistant supports patients, conducts psycho-educational groups, ensures admission orientation, maintains safety checks, and assists with daily living tasks under UHS oversight.