Rehab Aide (Full-Time, Overnight shift)

Rimrock Foundation•Billings, MT

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide, with documented training and under the supervision of the Licensed Addiction Counselor or Mental Health Professional Staff, will provide psychosocial rehabilitation services as noted in the Administrative Rules of Montana 37.106.1413. This role provides direct services and support to clients after program hours, in addition to any delegated assistance to Medical Unit staff and Counselors. The Aide assures adherence to state statutes and rules, CARF standards, and federal regulations including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2. The position positively represents the organization and promotes Rimrock’s Mission to the community.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to communicate and work with patients with addictions.
Attend monthly departmental sessions and in-services.
View non-violent crisis intervention tapes/videos and attend related training.
Needs to attend 4 hours of CEU training annually, specifically Trauma Informed Care, De-escalation, Motivational Interviewing, and Suicide Awareness.
Must have a valid Driver's License.
Must be insurable under Rimrock’s driving policy.
May not have more than 2 violations/accidents or suspensions/reinstatements within 3 years.
May not have any DUI/Reckless/Felony driving convictions within 5 years.
CPR and First Aid training certification must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
Communication skills.
Ability to take direction and work adjunctively with therapeutic team.
Provide empathy and possess a knowledge and compassion of patients with addiction and implement positive reinforcement of patients.
Computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft software including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Rehabilitation Technician I for one year
No Disciplinary action within the last twelve months
Complete required 4 CEUs for calendar year
Cross Trained at Main Facility and one Residential Facility
Score 90% percent on Safety RA Quiz
Complete Skills Assessment

Responsibilities

Provide observation and therapeutic support to assigned patients, including rounds at assigned residential sites to assure security and maintenance of program schedules.
Report all incidents, unusual events, and emergencies immediately to the Supervisor and nurse on duty, according to Rimrock’s policies and procedures.
Intervene and de-escalate situations when necessary.
Monitor and facilitate client phone calls.
Document patient care or behavioral issues to the clinical care team through AM/PM comm logs.
Monitor all visitors and assure that no contraband is brought into the facility by visitors or patients.
Perform client luggage searches at the time of admission and transport any luggage to storage area. Additional searches as needed.
Provide necessary assistance to any client while they self-administer medication, which includes removing medication from secured storage, handling and opening medication, providing verbal, visual, or written instruction, holding and assisting the client when drinking oral medications.
Attend all scheduled staff meetings and in-services to ensure compliance with all mandatory training requirements noted in the Administrative Rules of Montana 37.106.1434 and by CARF standards.
Follow guidelines under the code of conduct section in the employee handbook.
Assist with food service and patient supervision in the dining room.
Monitor and accompany clients on any breaks.
Comply with regular, predictable, and reliable attendance.
Guide clients through self-advocacy and problem-solving when situations present themselves.
Train new employees after completion of RA II requirements.
Transport patients to outside activities in a safe and prudent manner observing all driving laws and Rimrock’s policies and maintain driving logs. Immediately report any mechanical problems to the Supervisor.
Provide regular rounds to assure the security of facilities ensuring doors are locked and alarms set after hours.
Assure all incident report forms are completed according to Rimrock’s policies.
Be familiar with emergency procedures and assist in an actual event or drill situation.