Residential Aid – Multiple Locations, VT

The Residential Aide assists in developing the therapeuticprogram and treatment plan by helping to create a therapeutic environment. Through direct service, the Residential Aidecollaborates with a multi-disciplinary team in achieving the goals of theresidential program and the clients who reside there.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Completes daily administrative functions in a timely manner

Meets regularly with and documents resident progress

Assist in maintenance of the unit(s)

Assists in supervising residents with housekeeping tasks,repairs, ordering of supplies

Prepares plans of actions and behavior sheets when necessary

Adheres to facility policies and procedures for residentaide services

Supervises residents on a daily basis per protocol

Ensures adequate levels of supervision are met based onmaterial and physical needs of the resident

Available for consultation on group issues, and helpsmaintain group milieu

Attends and schedules progress review meetings

Maintains availability for consultation and assistance asneeded by the residents

Counsels residents in collaboration with residentialcoordinator(s)

Provides behavior management, and reasonable expectations toresidents according to facility protocols and individual resident treatmentplans

Assists in conflict resolution

Facilitates each resident gaining insight and understandingof themselves and others through discussion of daily happenings and theirprogress in coping with the practical experiences and problems of living in thegroup/functioning in society

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in social sciences preferred

One year relevant experience in a residential treatmentsetting highly preferred

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (per state or clientrequirements)

Current valid driver’s license (per state or clientrequirements)

Crisis prevention course certified preferred

Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

Participation and completion of Amergis Competency programwhen applicable

Current CPR if applicable

TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements

Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

Computer proficiency required

Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.