Residential Aide-Nights

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

19 Generous PTO

13 Paid Holidays

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Retirement Plan – 403(b)

Life & Disability Insurance

Education & Training Support - $200

Voluntary Benefits

EAP

Job summary

Healthcare Alternative Systems (HAS) seeks a Residential Aide to support clinical and crisis interventions, provide case management referrals, and assist clients during treatment and after discharge under the Program Manager.

The role requires bilingual English/Spanish communication, a valid state driver’s license, and willingness to use a personal vehicle. Onsite, overnight shifts are required in a 24/7 residence, with a competitive hourly pay rate.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Valid State Driver's License and willing to use personal vehicle.
• Basic knowledge 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. Night shifts are required.

Responsibilities

• Assures participants are resting well, must perform 3 rounds a night. 12am-8am.
• Provides crisis intervention and makes appropriate referrals; based on individual participants’ needs.
• Makes consultations over the phone with immediate supervisor as needed 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.

Skills

Bilingual

Driver's license

Substance abuse knowledge

Computer keyboard knowledge

Flexible shifts

Onsite work

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: THP - Chicago, IL 60647

Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly

MISSION/VISION

Healthcare 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 SUMMARY

Under 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 DUTIES

• Assures participants are resting well, must perform3 rounds a night. 12am-8am
• 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.

QualificationsREQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Must be Bilingual (English/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.
• HASrequires all staff to work onsite. Must be flexible. Night shifts are required

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Prior Residential Aideor security experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sedentary 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 BENEFITS

• 19 Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 13 Paid Holidays – Enjoy time off to rest and recharge
• Comprehensive Health Insurance – Affordable HMO, PPO, and HSA options through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental & Vision Coverage – Choose from HMO or PPO dental plans and vision coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)- Medical, dependent care and commuter
• Retirement Plan – 403(b)
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Education & Training Support - $200 dollars annual
• Voluntary Benefits
• EAP