Patient Care Specialist I - Residential
About The Position
Patient Care Specialist I – Residential Full-Time | Martinsville, IN Schedule: Weekdays 7am - 7pm & Every Other Weekend We offer competitive compensation, schedule flexibility, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive, missionâdriven organization. As a Patient Care Specialist I – Residential (PCS I) at our Martinsville, Indiana location, you will be an active member of a multidisciplinary treatment team providing direct care and supervision to patients in a residential addiction recovery setting. This role focuses on maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment while promoting patient engagement and recovery.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Basic computer skills or willingness to learn Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word)
- Valid driver’s license in the state of employment
- CPR and MANDT certification (training provided and maintained as required)
- Ability to travel locally up to 20% , including patient transportation
Nice To Haves
- At least six (6) months of experience working in a behavioral healthcare or substance use treatment setting
- Basic knowledge of addiction and the recovery process
Responsibilities
- Support patient engagement by modeling positive behaviors, encouraging program participation, and applying motivational interviewing techniques
- Promote a traumaâinformed, recoveryâoriented environment through calm presence and respectful enforcement of program guidelines
- Support AMA prevention and early intervention by monitoring risk indicators and communicating concerns to the treatment team
- Assist with admissions by monitoring new patients for safety, conducting orientation, and completing required documentation
- Facilitate patient cellphone access in accordance with the Transitional Living Playbook
- Follow all safety, medical, and infection control protocols, including searches, drug screen observation, and heat treatments
- Search patient belongings for contraband and manage valuables in accordance with policy
- Maintain readiness to respond to medical and behavioral emergencies, including overdose response and Narcan administration
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the EHR and facility records, including shift reports and incident documentation
- Facilitate or support patient activities and recovery support groups to encourage engagement
- Provide safe and compliant transportation for patients, maintaining accurate mileage and travel records
- Assist with store runs and community outings in accordance with established guidelines
- Maintain a clean, safe, and structured physical environment through routine facility and room inspections
- Perform duties in alignment with CARF standards to support accreditation readiness
- Maintain required training and certifications
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- 18 days Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 paid holidays
- Variable pay structure based on experience and education
- Defined career pathing through the Residential Aide Tier Program
- Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP) – available at eligible facilities
- Access to over 600 free CEU courses
- Discounted tuition opportunities through Capella University
- Schedule flexibility to support workâlife balance
- Meritâbased increases recognizing performance and growth
- Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
