RESIDENTIAL AIDE (On-Site #00085) - Pueblo

CROSSROADS TURNING POINTS INC•Pueblo, CO

2d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Crossroads Turning Points is seeking a compassionate and dynamic Residential Aide to join their team in Pueblo, CO. This role involves assisting counseling staff in delivering alcohol- and drug-related services within a residential setting. The position requires collaboration with the assigned unit, maintaining an organized and clean environment, transporting patients, ensuring unit security, monitoring patients, documenting activities, and reporting any patient infractions or concerns. Applicants must undergo a pre-employment drug screening (including marijuana), a background check, and a TB test.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Must be able to demonstrate a willingness to learn the dynamics of substance misuse, alcohol, and its effects.
Able to communicate effectively.
Must be able to follow directions.
CPR and First-Aid certification (the agency will cover all training and renewal fees).
Valid driver's license and insurability.
Basic computer skills required.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in a substance misuse setting or a human service agency.
Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP) certification.

Responsibilities

Assists in maintaining the unit in an organized, clean, and efficient manner.
Transports patients to and from appointments, support groups, employment searches, and other related activities.
Ensures the security of the assigned unit in accordance with CTP policies and procedures.
Responsible for immediately reporting child abuse or neglect to the unit supervisor and area director when applicable.
Monitors patients and their activities.
Accurately documents the activities of each patient during the assigned shift.
Responsible for reporting all patient infractions, concerns, or problems to the primary counselor or supervisor.