Residential Care Specialist | Night Shift & SUD Support

OhioGuidestone; Whites (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable non-profit organization

Career ladder for development

Monthly bonus (select roles)

Medical benefits

Free CEU trainings

10 paid holidays

Flexible work schedules

401(k) with employer match

EAP

Mileage reimbursement

Free licensure supervision

Recognition and rewards

Job summary

OhioGuidestone is seeking a Residential Specialist to supervise client activities, provide crisis support, and log information for the treatment team. This on-site role requires sensitivity, strong observation, and effective documentation within an intensive residential program in Ohio.

You will log notes, educate clients and families, supervise activities, and collaborate with counselors to ensure safety and appropriate interventions. Experience in this field is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in a relevant field is required.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record are required.
• Must obtain CDCA within 6 months of hire or be eligible for Ohio CDCA.
• Preferred: Ohio CDCA certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete and current clinical records regarding all persons served.
• Provide education to persons served, family members of persons served and other staff regarding substance use treatment, symptom management, wellness, and health.
• Provide ongoing observation of persons served with mental illness or substance use and their response to treatment, and communicate changes to the treatment team.
• Facilitate group activities focused on mental health or substance use needs.
• Provide direct supervision of clients to ensure safety and basic needs are met.
• Assist clients with management of behaviors and positive behavioral interventions.
• Ensure safety of clients and the unit by completing regular safety checks.
• Achieve productivity goals as assigned.
• Comply with OhioGuidestone policies and all applicable laws regarding privacy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Discretion & judgment

Flexibility

Documentation skills

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDCA certification/eligibility

Tools

Electronic health records

Microsoft Office

Windows applications

Job description

OhioGuidestone is seeking a Residential Specialist to supervise client activities, provide crisis support, and log information for the treatment team. This on-site role requires sensitivity, strong observation, and effective documentation within an intensive residential program in Ohio.

You will log notes, educate clients and families, supervise activities, and collaborate with counselors to ensure safety and appropriate interventions. Experience in this field is preferred.