Residential Care Provider (RCP) - Detox Program - Covington, GA.

Residential Care Provider

Job Location: Covington, Ga. – Residential Substance Detoxification program

Shift: Varies: 1st shift (7AM to 330PM OR 630AM to 7PM) 2nd shift (2PM – 1030PM OR 10AM to 1030PM ) and 3rd shift (1030PM to 7AM OR 630PM to 7AM)

Flexible to cover evenings/ weekends on a rotating basis; this facility requires alternating holiday coverage between all staff

State Job Description:

Under general supervision, provides basic patient care and works with patients/clients to develop daily living skills. May take vital signs.

Physical Job Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 20 pounds
• Requires long periods of sitting/standing
• Must have valid Georgia driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record in accordance with company policy
• Candidates for selection must pass a criminal background check (including fingerprinting)
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and subject to random drug screens

Program Specific Job Description:

View Point Health Adult Residential Substance Detoxification is a short-term, 24/7 acute care, detox unit located in Covington, GA. Care is primarily focused on supervision, observation and support for individuals during withdrawal management. Residential Withdrawal Management is characterized by its emphasis on medical monitoring and/or on peer/social support. We are looking for a Residential Care Provider to join our multi-disciplinary team to monitor general client activity, observe and report behaviors of Adult clients with a substance use disorder and/or co-occurring mental health disorders who are experiencing sign of moderate to severe withdrawal symptoms. We provide person-centered care and assist with implementing our unit programming based on evidenced-based practices for substance use detox, brief treatment and early recovery supports. The position requires flexibility in job tasks and scheduling to accommodate needs of the facility to include some weekend and evening coverage. This facility requires alternating holiday coverage between all staff.

Individual Job Description:

• Monitors general client activity to observe and report behavior/progress of adult clients
• Maintains awareness of client behavior and physical whereabouts to ensure their safety during dining, showering, or other activities
• Observes and becomes familiar with each client’s behavior and diagnosis
• Monitors clients for detection of any behavior which could be injurious to self or others or which is so unusual or atypical that immediate attention of professional staff is warranted
• When necessary for the physical safety of the client, uses the least restrictive, agency-approved behavioral or physical intervention technique appropriate for the situation
• Secures assistance from and/or helps other staff in handling acute behavioral crisis situations
• Assists with admissions to include searching all clients to ensure no harmful items are brought into Detox unit
• Maintains the residence and building in a clean and organized condition to assure a safe, secure, and attractive environment for residents and staff. This may include removal of trash or debris from living/ recreational areas, cleanup after meals, wiping surfaces, etc.
• Assists with discharge of clients to ensure all items are collected and given to the client at discharge
• Provides support to each resident in maintaining his/her personal living space in a clean and orderly manner
• Assists with visitation for clients
• Records clearly, concisely, and accurately all client care data and other documentation in medical records and other program records according to agency policy and applicable standards of care
• Assists as back-up to kitchen staff and in preparing meals for clients
• Participates in change of shift meetings, treatment team meetings, staffing, and other sessions to provide the information about each resident necessary for implementation of an appropriate, individualized treatment plan
• Assists monthly in gathering customer service surveys
• Assists with psychoeducational groups and activities for clients throughout the day as needed

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED AND Six months of experience in a related field.

Benefits (for qualified employees):

• State Health Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, long-term care, legal services, flexible spending accounts)
• Company contributes additional 7.5% of salary to 401(a) Retirement Plan
• No employee deduction for Social Security
• Additional benefits such as legal services, Employee Assistance Program and discounted tickets to attractions, shopping, technology and travel
• Supervision, training, and continuing education opportunities available

Equal Opportunity Employer

View Point Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. View Point Health recruits qualified candidates for positions in View Point Health programs throughout its service area. It is the policy of View Point Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.