STARLight Center-SUD Residential Specialist PRN Float

OhioGuidestone•Lancaster, OH

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The STARLight Center is seeking a PRN Float Residential Specialist to work under the supervision of the SUD Residential Manager. This role involves supervising client activities, providing crisis intervention, and being available to clients for support. The specialist must be sensitive and observant to log pertinent information for the treatment team. The facility provides intensive treatment for substance abuse issues.

Requirements

Mission driven; strong desire to make an impact
Effective interpersonal skills; able to speak effectively with individuals and/or groups of people
Ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and good professional judgment
Flexible; able to work days, evenings, and/or weekends, as desired to meet the needs of clients
Strong organizational skills; able to handle multiple priorities with strict attention to detail and perform work independently.
Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation as required.
Effective computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records, etc.
Ability to physically restrain residents whose ages, heights and weights vary.
Ability to provide services in the community, client homes or at work locations which may include facilities with multiple levels and may require walking, standing and lifting.
Possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
Successfully meet pre-employment drug screen, physical exam and tuberculosis test requirements.
Successfully meet all pre-employment background requirements.
High school diploma or GED
Experience in a relevant field
Valid driver’s license and good driving record
Must obtain CDCA within 6 months of hire

Nice To Haves

Ohio CDCA

Responsibilities

Maintain complete and current clinical records regarding all persons served.
Provide education to persons served, family members, and other staff regarding substance use treatment, symptom management, wellness, and health.
Provide ongoing observation of persons served mental illness or substance use and physical symptoms, as well as their response to treatment, and communicate any changes to the treatment team.
Facilitate group activities focused on mental health or substance use needs to clients served.
Provide direct supervision of clients to ensure safety and basic needs are met.
Assist clients with management of behaviors and positive behavioral interventions.
Ensure the safety of clients serviced and of the unit by completing regular safety checks of clothing, belongings, and the physical environment.
Achieve productivity goals as assigned.
Perform duties in accordance with applicable professional ethics and standards and established OhioGuidestone policies.
Comply with all state and federal laws regarding protected health information.
Perform job duties in a manner that’s friendly, considerate, and aligned with the agency’s Mission, Vision, and Standards of Ethical Conduct.
Organize and plan work for maximum efficiency and effectiveness.
Utilize IT system and software programs in accordance with agency policy.
Utilize time off in a manner consistent with agency policy.
Perform other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate by supervisor.

Benefits

Clear career ladder for development path in various roles
Free CEU trainings
10 paid holidays; some are exchangeable
Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance
Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations
401(k) with employer match option
Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
Mileage reimbursement
Free licensure supervision
Recognition and rewards