DCA 3- Pines 1 and 2 SLH/ Sat and Sun 7a-7p and 7p-7a

Acadia • Ellisville, MS

3d

About The Position

Provide one-on-one or group instruction and assistance to patients on a daily basis. Support program activities and help maintain a therapeutic environment that encourages individuals to learn skills, make choices, and participate in assigned activities. Promote patient safety, independence, and participation, and respond professionally and empathetically to patient needs and complaints. The position may require driving and includes routine van checks when driving is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with program activities.
• Complete routine daily checks of the van, including tires and gas gauge, and report deficiencies to the supervisor if driving is required.
• Accurately monitor and maintain data collection sheets and submit them to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Assist with assessing clients’ strengths and needs as necessary.
• Assist with preparing clients’ meals and provide client training as needed.
• Communicate with the supervisor about needs to revise, delete, or add training objectives.
• Physically assist in maintaining the facility in a neat and orderly manner.
• Monitor and accurately document individual behaviors, including behavior changes, accidents, and seizures, using specific and descriptive terms.
• Encourage individuals to be independent and to attend and participate in assigned activities.
• Provide individuals with realistic, positive assurance regarding the benefits of treatment and participation.
• Help maintain a therapeutic environment that encourages individuals to learn new skills and make choices through activity involvement and hands-on instruction or guidance.
• Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers; acknowledge and work to resolve complaints when patient needs are not met; prioritize patient safety.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED