Direct Care Worker 3/ Summit Ridge SLH- every other Sat and Sun 7am-7pm

Acadia•Brandon, MS

About The Position

Provide one-on-one or group instruction and assistance to patients on a daily basis. The role supports program activities, client training and participation, data collection, meal preparation, and maintaining a therapeutic and orderly environment. It also involves monitoring and documenting individual behaviors and promoting patient safety, independence, and choice.

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 realistic, positive assurance regarding the benefits of treatment and participation.
Help maintain a therapeutic environment that encourages individuals to learn 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 unmet patient needs or complaints; prioritize patient safety.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.