Direct Care Worker 3/ Clarksdale SLH Sat-Sun 7p-7a

Acadia Healthcare • Clarksdale, MS

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About The Position

The Direct Care Worker 3 provides one-on-one or group instruction and assistance to patients each day. The role supports patients’ treatment and participation by assisting with program activities, meals, training, and maintaining a therapeutic environment. The employee monitors and documents patient behaviors, supports independence and safety, and communicates client needs to a supervisor. The position is at Clarksdale SLH and is scheduled Saturday and Sunday, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.

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 a supervisor if driving is required.
• Accurately monitor and maintain data collection sheets and submit them to a supervisor in a timely manner.
• Assist with assessment of clients’ strengths and needs as necessary.
• Assist with preparation of clients’ meals and provide client training as needed.
• Communicate with a 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 using specific and descriptive terms, including behavior changes, accidents, and seizures.
• 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.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers.
• Acknowledge and work to resolve complaints when patient needs are not met.
• Recognize patient safety as a top priority.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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