Residential Associate (54202)

LIFESKILLS GROUP • Bowling Green, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides support for clients with substance/co-occurring disorders through monitoring, ensuring safety, and assisting with daily therapeutic and recovery activities in a residential treatment setting.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Attest to having a minimum of one year personal recovery experience (if applicable)
• Must pass a Criminal Record Check and Sexual Offender Registry check
• Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and active auto insurance that meets state minimum requirements

Nice To Haves

• Preference given to individuals with one year experience in substance use/co-occurring field and a working knowledge of the 12-Step recovery model

Responsibilities

• Facilitate client involvement in support groups and assess clients' progress on an individual basis as part of a multi-disciplined treatment team
• Maintain active supervision of clients, including monitoring for safety, room checks, and behavioral observations/check-ins
• Perform client record maintenance
• Maintain adequate stock of supplies
• Conduct psychoeducational classes, utilizing evidence-based materials
• Explain and enforce program policies/procedures
• Transport clients to outside support groups, appointments, and other events as assigned by their supervisor.
• Document client administered medication schedule and monitoring of vitals
• Perform client drug screens and searches of facility per program policies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees