TEMPORARY RESIDENTIAL AIDES (On-Site #00006N) - MRU

CROSSROADS TURNING POINTS INC•Pueblo, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Crossroads Turning Points (CTP), employees help people facing substance use and mental health challenges build a healthy lifestyle for their long-term recovery. The dedicated team provides personalized care to ensure an environment that allows healing for anyone who walks through their doors. This temporary position involves participating as a team member of the assigned unit and assisting counseling staff in providing a variety of alcohol- and drug-related services. All applicants must undergo pre-employment drug screening, which includes testing for marijuana, as well as background checks.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Ability to demonstrate a willingness to learn the dynamics of substance use, alcohol, and its effects.
Prior experience working in a substance misuse setting or human service agency.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to follow directions.
CPR and First-Aid certification (initial training and renewals paid for by agency).
Valid driver's license and insurability.
Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

Assists in maintaining the unit in an organized, clean, and efficient manner.
Transports patients to and from appointments, support groups, employment searches, etc.
Maintains security of assigned units by CTP policy and procedure.
Responsible for immediately reporting child abuse or neglect to the unit supervisor and area director when applicable.
Monitors patients and their activities.
Accurately documents activities of each patient during assigned shift.
Responsible for reporting all patient infractions, concerns, or problems to the primary counselor or supervisor.