Residential Aide

Project Chesapeake•Gambrills, MD

About The Position

Project Chesapeake provides addiction treatment and behavioral health therapy for individuals with dual diagnoses. The organization’s mission is to help individuals learn to live a positive, sober lifestyle and make changes that support successful, independent living. Project Chesapeake is hiring a part-time Residential Aide for a male Level 3.1 setting. The schedule is Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and Sunday from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Pay is $17.00 per hour.

Requirements

Ability to observe, identify, document, and inform others about concerning physical, cognitive, and behavioral changes.
Understanding of addiction, mental health, and recovery.
Ability to de-escalate situations.
Ability to maintain ethical and professional boundaries.
Ability to follow HIPAA guidelines and requirements.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a behavioral health setting.
Willingness to learn about and understand ASAM criteria guidelines, Stages of Change, and 12-step recovery.

Responsibilities

Monitor all clients throughout the assigned shift and conduct regular rounds around the property.
Ensure the daily program and schedule are followed.
Assist with new intakes, complete room searches, and monitor mealtimes.
Observe and document clients taking or refusing prescribed or over-the-counter medications.
Monitor and observe supervised urinalysis as needed or scheduled.
Communicate professionally with clients, staff, and supervisors.
Keep program staff informed about clients’ current challenges or behavioral issues.
Provide accurate written and verbal information during shift changes.
Attend team meetings as necessary or scheduled.
Adapt to changes in schedules, routines, and work assignments.
De-escalate situations.
Maintain ethical and professional boundaries with clients and staff.
Understand and follow HIPAA guidelines and requirements.
Observe, identify, document, and report concerning physical, cognitive, or behavioral changes.