Residential Attendant - Recovery Services

Merakey • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The Residential Attendant is a direct care role supporting adults in a transitional housing environment as part of Merakey’s Wellness Village Recovery Services program. Residents may be in the early stages of recovery from chemical or alcohol dependency, co-occurring disorders, serious mental illness, or homelessness. The attendant helps keep residents and the facility safe, supports adherence to the program schedule, and provides direct support to supportive service coordinators, program managers, and program directors. The position is PRN and pays $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Effective communication skills.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a residential or drug and alcohol treatment setting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents’ behavior.
• Maintain a safe, harassment-free atmosphere conducive to recovery.
• Conduct building checks for cleanliness and safety, including all rooms.
• Write incident reports, immediately notify a supervisor or program manager, and follow Merakey reporting procedures and policies.
• Monitor residents as they take prescribed medication and report medication-monitoring issues to the immediate supervisor in accordance with Merakey incident-reporting policy.
• Monitor assigned chores, if applicable, and ensure general inspections are completed properly.
• Complete assigned training within mandated time frames.
• Ensure nutritious meals are served during the shift, if applicable.
• Follow local procedures while performing duties.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• DailyPay access to earned pay.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth employee contribution options.
• Voluntary limited medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance through the American Worker; these benefits are not a substitute for major medical insurance.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through the Employee Assistance Program.
• On the Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs for entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning.
• Gated parking with security.
• Opportunities for career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED