Residential Aide
Hiring for 2 vacancies:
- Wednesday 11pm-7am and Sunday 3pm-11pm = 16 hours/week, plus coverage for other shifts when necessary.
- On Call Position for Coverage for other shifts as needed. No set schedule or guaranteed hours.
Position Description To work in a group home for the chronically mentally ill.
Duties: Oversee and provide a positive environment for group home residents. Help clients retain/enhance appropriate living skills. Verify medication compliance for clients receiving prepackaged medications. Provide skill development for age-appropriate interpersonal daily living skills. Supervise clients at the level required for successful placement. Monitor client compliance with personal hygiene-including clean-up when necessary. Assist clients with daily chores. Generate and maintain quality records as required. Attend supervision appointments and staff meetings as scheduled.
Other Skills, Abilities and Expectations:
• Computer literacy for operation of automated medical records system.
• Knowledge of confidentiality and ability to maintain strict compliance of all client information.
• Ability to serve individuals with mental illness.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to exercise individual judgment and to take appropriate action in emergencies.
• Timely and punctual.
• Positive attitude relative to job expectations, supervision, and center policies/procedures.
• Conduct tasks in a safe manner, uphold center safety policies and report safety issues to appropriate sources.
Job Requirements:
EDUCATIONAL AND/OR PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma or equivalent. Experience serving individuals with severe mental illness preferred. Must pass a criminal background investigation. Ability to work a minimum of 16 hours per week. Flexibility to cover co-worker shifts when necessary.
Wage: $18.78/hour – $21.06/hour. Wage is dependent on experience.
BRBHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
