Residential Aide-Nights

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

13 Paid Holidays

Health Insurance (HMO, PPO, HSA)

Dental & Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

403(b) Retirement Plan

Life & Disability Insurance

Education & Training Support

Voluntary Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Healthcare Alternative Systems (HAS) seeks a Residential Aide to join our team in the Chicago area. The role involves crisis intervention, case management referrals, and supporting clients through treatment and post-discharge.

You will dispense morning medications and supervise activities, with shifts including nights on a 24/7 facility. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, bilingual Spanish abilities, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Must be bilingual (Spanish) and communicate effectively with participants.
• Possession of a valid State Driver’s License and willingness to use personal vehicle.
• Basic knowledge of computer keyboard and basic computer tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assures participants are resting well; perform 3 rounds per night.
• Provide crisis intervention and make referrals; coordinate with supervisor.
• Oversee morning activities and serve as a positive role model.
• Dispense morning medications and document entries in logs.
• Document all shift activities; comply with policies and procedures.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in fundraising activities.
• Perform toxicology urinalysis under supervision; transport participants to appointments.

Skills

Bilingual: Spanish

Valid driver’s license

Basic computer keyboard knowledge

Flexible shifts

Night shifts

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

MISSION/VISIONHealthcare Alternative Systems (HAS) provides a continuum of multicultural and bilingual (English/Spanish) behavioral care and social services that empower individuals, families, and communities. HAS seeks to implement sustainable programs that benefit society by improving the well-being and recovery efforts of those individuals, families, and communities impacted by behavioral health problems. With eleven locations across the Chicagoland area, HAS provides services and resources to individuals at every stage in their behavioral/recovery journey so that they can be successful and become contributing members of their communities.JOB SUMMARYUnder the supervision of the Program Manager, the Residential Aide works with other team members to provide assistance with clinical and crisis intervention activities. The incumbent also provides case management services and referrals to clients during treatment and post discharge.ESSENTIAL DUTIESAssures participants are resting well, must perform 3 rounds a night.Provides crisis intervention and makes appropriate referrals; based on individual participants’ needs.Makes consultations over the phone with immediate supervisor as needed in order to maintain safety of the Residents.Supervises participants’ morning activities and serves as a positive role model for participants.Dispenses of morning medications and cigarettes, strictly adhering to program protocols regarding documenting medication entries in the logs.Documents all shift activities on a daily basis.Complies with agency policies and procedures.Participates in agency and regular staff team meetings.Participates in agency fund-raising efforts.Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor, or program administrator.Performs Toxicology urinalysis samples.Drives participants to all their case management appointments in the community.REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIESMust be Bilingual (Spanish).Possession of a valid State Driver’s License and willingness to use personal vehicle in course of employment.Have basic knowledge of the disease concept of alcoholism and substance abuse.Basic knowledge of computer keyboard preferred.Ability to work flexible shifts as needed – due to Residence operating 24 hours a day, year-round.HAS requires all staff to work onsite. Must be flexible. Night shifts are requiredEDUCATION & EXPERIENCEHigh School Diploma/GED required.Prior Residential Aide experience or security preferred.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSSedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITSAt HAS, we value our employees and offer a robust benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. When you join our team, you’ll receive:Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)13 Paid Holidays – Enjoy time off to rest and rechargeComprehensive Health Insurance – Affordable HMO, PPO, and HSA options through Blue Cross Blue ShieldDental & Vision Coverage – Choose from HMO or PPO dental plans and vision coverage through Blue Cross Blue ShieldFlexible Spending Account (FSA)- Medical, dependent care and commuterRetirement Plan – 403(b)Life & Disability InsuranceEducation & Training Support - $200 dollars annualVoluntary BenefitsEAP