Clinical Aide - Evening Shift

MALVERN INSTITUTE FOR PSYCHIATRIC & ALCOHOLIC STUDIES•Malvern, PA

10d•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Malvern Treatment Centers is hiring a full-time Clinical Aide for the evening shift at its King Road location in Malvern, Pennsylvania. The schedule is 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., 2–3 days per week, with an every-other-weekend commitment. The role provides direct care and support to patients with chemical dependency or co-occurring mental health and chemical dependency disorders, across age ranges, as directed by the treatment team. The Clinical Aide assists with unit programming, therapeutic and recreational activities, leisure activities, and activities of daily living, considering patients’ functional abilities and developmental needs. The position requires supportive and therapeutic interactions, attention to patient safety, clear communication with patients, families, colleagues, and supervisors, and the ability to maintain appropriate therapeutic boundaries. The Clinical Aide supports treatment and behavior programs, conducts patient searches and assists with drug screens, completes rounds and documentation, and follows facility procedures for fire safety, infection control, isolation, and hazardous waste. The role may involve therapeutic crisis intervention with physically aggressive patients. The position is based in a well-lighted, well-ventilated area with high traffic from patients, visitors, and staff. Employees may be exposed to disasters, infections or communicable diseases, hazardous or toxic agents, and chemicals identified in safety data sheets. The role includes physical activity such as frequent walking and standing, and occasional lifting and carrying of items up to 50 pounds; employees must also be able to intervene with individuals weighing up to 250 pounds. The role is benefit-eligible. The posting lists medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company match, and one complimentary on-site meal per shift. Malvern Treatment Centers states that it provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent with experience in a chemical dependency and/or mental health treatment setting, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in a related mental health discipline from an accredited college or university.
Demonstrated understanding of safe, supportive, nurturing, and therapeutic human interactions.
Understanding of the clinical program and philosophy and ability to interpret and implement patient care.
Knowledge of dual-diagnosis and chemical-dependency treatment approaches and 12-step recovery philosophies.
Experience interacting supportively with adult and adolescent patients.
Ability to set and maintain therapeutic boundaries with patients.
Ability to follow behavior programs and supervise therapeutic and recreational activities.
Ability to problem-solve and communicate clearly, verbally and in writing.
Ability to communicate fluently and effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Emotional stability necessary to perform the essential functions.
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods, bend, stoop, kneel, walk and stand often, and occasionally lift and carry items up to 50 pounds.
Ability to intervene with individuals weighing up to 250 pounds.
Normal or corrected vision and hearing within normal range.
Current CPR certification from the American Health Association Healthcare Provider program is preferred.
Verbal de-escalation training.

Nice To Haves

Current CPR certification (American Health Association Healthcare Provider).

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care and assist with management of patients as directed by the treatment team.
Assist with unit programming, therapy carryover, leisure activities, and activities of daily living appropriate to patients’ functional abilities and development.
Promote patient safety and well-being and maintain a visible presence in the milieu while remaining calm.
Conduct searches of newly admitted patients and patients returning from pass, and at other times as directed by a supervisor.
Assist with drug screens for newly admitted patients and for-cause drug screens.
Support patients through individual interactions and group settings, including community meetings, lectures, and other activities.
Communicate patient issues accurately to Clinical Coordinators, Case Managers, and supervisors.
Interact professionally with team members about patient care and offer constructive alternatives.
Complete rounds according to facility policy.
Document significant interactions in the medical record as appropriate.
Assist with fire safety, infection control, isolation procedures, and hazardous-waste disposal as appropriate.
Train new employees and demonstrate leadership.
Effectively interact with patients, peers, families, staff, visitors, physicians, and other department representatives.
Follow behavior programs and actively supervise therapeutic and recreational activities.
Use effective motivational techniques and problem-solve and communicate clearly, verbally and in writing.
Maintain regular, required attendance.
Participate in therapeutic crisis intervention with physically aggressive patients.