Resident Advisor - HARRISON AVENUE, Cincinnati, OH, US

Only for registered members HARRISON AVENUE, Cincinnati, OH, US, United States

2 days ago

$35,000 - $40,000 (USD) per year

Position Summary: · Is a team member in a residential behavioral health setting, helping to provide a supportive, therapeutic environment for clients in recovery and/or treatment for behavioral health (including SUD) disorders or addiction. Performs duties according to the progr ...

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Position Summary:

Is a team member in a residential behavioral health setting, helping to provide a supportive, therapeutic environment for clients in recovery and/or treatment for behavioral health (including SUD) disorders or addiction. Performs duties according to the program's Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to maintain a safe and secure setting for clients and staff within a 24-7 residential program setting. Ensures client needs are met and program protocols are followed at all times. Must be able to cover additional shifts or complete mandatory overtime outside normally assigned schedule when needed.

Position Description:

Monitorclientactivities to ensure program guidelines are followed andappropriateclientcare is provided
Makeregularroundsas required by the programof buildings/grounds to ensure safety,securityandoptimalfacility operations
Completealldocumentation requirementsaccurately and on time,in writing or using computer-based programs or databases,ona daily basis for assignedshifts.
Assistclientsin makingappropriate decisions,recognizebehavior changes andmonitorclient movement
Distribution of medications, including monitoring and documenting dosage and schedule
Direct observation ofclientDrug Screens, including UAs
Conduct searches of clients, includingsame genderpat-downs,clientbelongingsand facilities
Provideon-going oversight of client activity
Respond to emergencies, which include but are not limited to medical or mental health emergencies, overdose,threatening orviolent behavior,andclient AWOLs.
Manage incidentsusingconflict resolution and crisis management techniques
Maintainappropriate,strictlyprofessionalboundaries with staff and clients
Complete all required training in Core Correctional Practices and apply learning to dailyinteractions
Perform routine non-clinical intake duties asrequired
Operate vehicle to transport clients asrequired
Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Effective verbal and written communication skills
Intermediate level problem-solving skills and ability to multi-task
Effective use of computer and basic data managementfor record-keeping purposes
Basic conflict resolution/crisis management skills and techniques
Driving if requiredby program

Job Requirements:

High School Graduate or high school equivalency
0-2 yearsofexperience
Valid driver license and auto insurance

Essential Functions/Physical Demands:

Positional:Drivingin accordance withjob duties assigned. Frequent standing and walking. Occasionalsitting.
Gross Mobility: Rare climbing, or crawling.Frequent balancing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching. Frequent to constant reachingandhandling.
May requireabilityto walk up to 4 flights of stairsconsecutively,depending on location.
Sensory: Raresmelling. Infrequent use of color vision. Occasional useof farvisual acuity, depth perception, and field of vision. Frequent use of near and midrange visual acuity, and visual accommodation.Frequentto constanttalking/communicating.
Ability tooperatestandard office equipment includingcomputer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Third Shift (Approx. 11:00pm - 7:00am) Wednesday - Monday w/modified days off

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