Case Aide (3rd Shift) - Behavioral Health (6018)

SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP•Dallas, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing daily supervision, monitoring, reporting, and technical support services to clients in a residential substance abuse treatment environment. The role involves crisis intervention counseling, working with individuals and groups to develop life management skills, and facilitating an emotional and physical environment conducive to enhancing positive client morale and stabilization. The Case Aide will report pertinent information to the Director of Social Services.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively.
Ability to respond to emergency situations quickly and calmly while maintaining control and initiating the proper corrective action.
Ability to drive a vehicle safely and in accordance with all laws and regulations.
Ability and willingness to conduct all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism.
Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.).

Nice To Haves

One year experience performing security or social service work preferred.
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid State Driver’s License (Preferred)
CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain within established timeframe)

Responsibilities

Monitors daily activities and ensures client program participation.
Ensures the safety, cleanliness, and orderliness of the program environment.
Ensures clients maintain appropriate attire and personal hygiene.
Observes clients for safety, health, and risk potentials.
Administers breathalyzer tests and urinalysis tests to program clients.
Administers sexual offender checks as needed.
Communicates with members of the clients’ treatment team as may be requested for purposes of providing additional client information.
Communicates all major incidents to clinical supervisor and primary counselor in writing and orally.
Facilitates ongoing information exchange.
Completes required paperwork representing client intake for the day.
Inputs data into the computer to maintain computer records and generate client lists.
Documents and monitors clients' self-administration of medication as prescribed and in accordance with Shelter Care policies and procedures.
Distributes written communication and documentation to clinical staff.