Clinical Aide- Willow Grove- Night Shift

PROGRESSIONS INC•Upper Moreland Township, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Malvern Treatment Centers is seeking a full-time Clinical Aide for the overnight shift at its Willow Grove, Pennsylvania location. The schedule includes every weekend and two additional nights during the week. The Clinical Aide assists with clinical and administrative aspects of patient care, following clinical staff direction, multidisciplinary treatment plan objectives, and facility policies and procedures. The role works cooperatively with departments including Admissions and Nursing and supports patient safety, well-being, and daily activities. The position involves patient interactions and support in individual and group settings; searches and drug screens; room inspections; assistance with family visits and 12-Step meetings; documentation in the electronic medical record; and response to emergencies. The Clinical Aide helps maintain a safe and orderly environment and follows confidentiality, fire safety, infection control, isolation, and hazardous-waste procedures. The role is designated as essential personnel and may involve therapeutic crisis intervention with physically aggressive patients. The work takes place in a well-lighted, well-ventilated, high-traffic environment. Hazards may include exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous or toxic agents, chemicals listed in safety data sheets, disruptive or agitated patients, and internal or external disasters. The position requires frequent walking and standing, stair use, and the ability to perform physical and communication tasks described in the posting. Travel is not required.

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.
Microsoft Office proficiency.
Current CPR certification from the American Health Association Healthcare Provider is preferred.
Verbal de-escalation training.
Client-focused and team-oriented approach, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Flexibility in response to changing workload, emergencies, and staffing needs; dependability; problem-solving skills; and focus on compliance and performance quality.
Ability to communicate fluently and effectively in English, verbally and in writing, and to interact appropriately with program staff, patients, visitors, physicians, and other department representatives.
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods; bend, stoop, and kneel; walk and stand often; and climb stairs multiple times per shift.
Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds occasionally; the posting also describes moderate work lifting up to 40 pounds maximum.
Ability to intervene with individuals weighing up to 250 pounds.
Normal or corrected vision and hearing, emotional stability, and sufficient mobility to perform essential functions.
Clinical experience in addiction treatment is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Clinical experience in the treatment of addiction.
Current CPR certification (American Health Association Healthcare Provider).

Responsibilities

Promote patient safety, wellness, and well-being.
Provide information, services, and assistance to patients.
Maintain a safe, neat, and clean environment.
Conduct strip searches of newly admitted patients and patients returning from pass, or when directed by a supervisor.
Conduct 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.
Serve as liaison with visiting 12-Step volunteers and assist with family visits.
Help maintain calm in the milieu by remaining visible to the community.
Conduct room inspections as directed by a supervisor.
Document significant interactions, as appropriate, in the electronic medical record.
Safeguard medical records and patient information and follow applicable standards, procedures, and legal regulations.
Assist with fire safety, infection control, isolation procedures, and hazardous-waste disposal, as appropriate.
Respond to and direct emergency situations when necessary.
Participate in therapeutic crisis intervention with physically aggressive patients.
Perform other duties as assigned.