Direct Care Worker 2/ Miller SLH Mon-Fri 3p-11p at Acadia Healthcare Comprehensive Treatment Centers

Olive Branch, Mississippi, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Data Collection, Behavior Monitoring, Meal Preparation, Client Assessment, Crisis Intervention, Professional Communication, Patient Safety

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

PURPOSE STATEMENT: To provide one-on-one or group instruction/assistance to patients on a daily basis. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provide assistance with program activities. Complete routine daily check of van (including tires, gas gauge, etc.) and report deficiencies to supervisor if driving is required. Accurately monitor and maintain data collection sheets and submit to supervisor in a timely manner. Assist with assessment of clients' strengths and needs as necessary. Assist with preparation of clients' meals and provide client training as needed. Communicate with supervisor related needs to revise, delete, or add training objectives as deemed necessary. Physically assist in maintaining facility in a neat and orderly manner. Monitor and document individual behaviors using specific and descriptive terms accurately (i.e., behavior changes, accidents, seizures, etc.). Encourage individuals to be independent and attend and participate in assigned activities. Provide realistic, positive assurance to individuals regarding benefits of treatment and participation. Assist in physical maintenance of a therapeutic environment by promoting an environment that encourages individuals to learn new skills and make choices through activity involvement, hands-on instruction/guidance, etc. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. OTHER FUNCTIONS: Perform other functions and tasks as assigned. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Must be at least 21 years of age. LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: Must have a valid driver's license. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one or group instruction and assistance to patients while monitoring and documenting individual behaviors. Maintain a therapeutic environment and assist with daily program activities and meal preparation.