Resident Aid (Palm Desert)

Renewal Health Group•Palm Desert, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Phoenix Rising Recovery is hiring Resident Aids for its all-male detox and residential treatment program in Palm Desert. Resident Aids provide direct support to clients and help ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the program. As members of the multidisciplinary treatment team, they contribute to effective substance abuse treatment and compassionate client care. The position is for the NOC shift, 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., and requires availability for at least one weekend day.

Requirements

Current registration with CCAPP is required (RADT, etc.).
At least 21 years of age.
High school graduate or equivalent.
One year of experience working directly with clients in a detox or residential treatment setting.
Knowledge of and belief in the principles of client-centered treatment.
Ability to work independently and as a team player while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain certification upon hire.
Completion of a background check, TB test, drug screen, and pre-employment physical is required.

Nice To Haves

Coursework in addiction counseling, psychology, or social work.

Responsibilities

Assist with client intakes and orient clients to the facility, daily routines, and program expectations.
Support client safety and well-being through assigned rounds and observation procedures.
Observe and report changes in clients’ mood, behavior, physical condition, and program engagement to nursing and clinical staff.
Build rapport and support clients while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries.
Use crisis intervention, therapeutic communication, verbal de-escalation, and trauma-informed approaches to help clients manage distress.
Support clients’ attendance and participation in groups, therapy sessions, appointments, and therapeutic activities.
Facilitate structured activities and groups as assigned.
Transport and accompany clients to appointments, meetings, and therapeutic outings.
Conduct belongings, facility, and person searches to help maintain a safe treatment environment.
Administer drug and alcohol screenings as needed.
Observe and document clients’ self-administration of prescribed medication.
Complete timely, objective shift reports, incident reports, group notes, and other required documentation in accordance with company policy.
Keep the facility clean, organized, safe, and compliant.
Perform other duties as assigned by the leadership team.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance for employees working at least 30 hours per week.
Reimbursement for licensing fees.
Education assistance.
Employee referral bonus.
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account with a $250 company contribution.
Paid vacation and sick leave.
Six paid holidays.
Jury duty pay.
Direct deposit and same-day pay.
Employee Assistance Program.
401(k) retirement plan with a 4% dollar-for-dollar match for employees who work at least 1,000 hours per fiscal year.