Project Chesapeake→
Residential Aide at Project Chesapeake in Edgewood, MD
Entry LevelOn-sitePart-timeEdgewood, MD$17–$17/hr
Skills
hipaa compliancemedication monitoringurinalysis observationreliabilityprofessionalismcommunicationde-escalationattention to detailadaptabilityethical judgmentbehavioral health experienceasam criteria guidelinesstages of change model12 step recovery knowledge
Job Description
Project Chesapeake provides quality addiction treatment, behavioral health therapy & treatment for individuals with a dual diagnosis. We are seeking a highly motivated, reliable, & professional, part-time Residential Aide to join our team in a Level 3.5 setting!
Our mission is to provide an opportunity for individuals to learn how to live a positive, sober lifestyle while empowering them to make changes that will lead to successful, independent living.
Hours:
- Full-time
- Monday - 3:00pm - 11:00pm
- Tuesday - 3:00pm - 11:00pm
- Wednesday - OFF
- Thursday - 3:00pm - 11:00pm
- Friday - OFF
- Saturday - OFF
- Sunday - 3:00pm - 11:00pm
Responsibilities include:
- Is responsible for monitoring all clients throughout their assigned shift.
- Ability to conduct regular "rounds" around the entire property.
- Ensures the daily program / schedule is being followed.
- Assist with new intakes, complete room searches, monitor mealtimes, etc.
- Observes & documents all clients taking and / or refusing prescribed or over the counter medications.
- Monitor & observe supervised urinalysis as needed / scheduled.
- Communicates in a professional manner with all clients, staff & supervisors.
- Keeps all program staff members informed of all client's current challenges or behavioral issues.
- Provides accurate information during shift changes via written & verbal communication in a professional manner.
- Attends team meetings as necessary / scheduled.
- Can quickly adapt to changes in schedules, routines & work assignments.
- Ability to deescalate.
- Ability to maintain ethical & professional boundaries with all clients & staff.
- Understands & abides by HIPAA guidelines / requirements at all times.
Qualifications include:
- Ability to observe, identify, document & inform others if physical, cognitive & behavioral changes are a concern.
- Understands the field of addiction, mental health & recovery.
- Prior experience in a Behavioral Health setting is a plus.
- Open to learning about & understanding ASAM criteria guidelines, Stages of Change, 12 step recovery, etc.
Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Optional Medical / Vision / Dental insurance
- Optional 401(K) with employer match
- Employer paid life insurance
- Additional benefits to be discussed during the interview process
Pay:
- $17.00/hr.
Benefits
Paid time off (PTO)
Optional Medical insurance
Optional Vision insurance
Optional Dental insurance
Optional 401(K) with employer match
Employer paid life insurance