STARLight Center-SUD Residential Specialist PRN Float

OhioGuidestone • Lancaster, OH

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The STARLight Center-SUD Residential Specialist PRN Float works under the supervision of the SUD Residential Manager. This role is crucial in providing intensive treatment for substance abuse issues. The Residential Specialist will supervise client activities, perform crisis intervention, be available to clients for support, and meticulously log pertinent information for the treatment team. This position is part-time, with shifts ranging from 8-12 hours per week.

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
• 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.

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's mental illness or substance use and physical symptoms, as well as their response to treatment, communicating any changes to the treatment team for immediate and appropriate interventions.
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED