Residential Case Worker

Brown University Health; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization is seeking a Residential Case Worker to maximize residents' success and satisfaction. This role involves facilitating skill-building, coordinating treatment plans, and maintaining a safe therapeutic environment. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED, effective communication skills, and flexibility in scheduling.

Qualifications

• Flexibility in work schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• CPR and first aid certification.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to transport clients.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate ADL skill-building and supervise daily routines.
• Coordinate and monitor treatment services for assigned clients.
• Provide shift coverage and crisis management.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

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Summary

Maximize residents' success, satisfaction, and ownership in their living and working environment through effective skills training and relationship building. Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment within the residential program. Provide client-driven services that ensure quality and excellence in client care and support client recovery.

Responsibilities

1. Available to cover shifts as assigned at any residential program, including traveling between programs.
2. Facilitate ADL skill-building for residential living and community integration, supervising and teaching clients daily routines, medication management, budgeting, self-preservation skills, transportation, etc.
3. Participate in developing and implementing client treatment plans with a multidisciplinary team, engaging clients in planning and evaluation.
4. Coordinate and monitor treatment services for all assigned clients, including contact as prescribed, care coordination, and monitoring care effectiveness.
5. Provide shift coverage, household maintenance, conflict resolution, crisis management, and symptom management.
6. Attend supervision and team meetings as required.
7. Maintain knowledge of agency policies and procedures.
8. Work flexible hours including first and second shifts, holidays, and weekends.
9. Ensure safety and security of office and residential areas.
10. Schedule and facilitate treatment plan meetings, utilizing assessment data and involving clients and families.
11. Screen for substance abuse, provide assessments, and refer as needed.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.
13. Remain on shift until appropriately relieved, possibly working consecutive shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Flexibility in work schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to perform household chores and lift up to 35 pounds.
• Effective communication skills face-to-face and by phone.
• CPR and first aid certification, and ability to monitor vital signs.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to transport clients.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read, comprehend, and complete documentation.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to interpret instructions.
• Ability to complete required training and certifications.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.

Additional Requirements

• Adherence to agency policies, ethics, and confidentiality.
• Physical ability to perform job duties, including working in various environmental conditions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.