What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Support Specialist position at Addictions Recovery Center Inc?
Job Description
Job Description
Description : Summary :
The Residential Support Specialist operates within a residential treatment environment, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team of service providers. This role involves providing and monitoring treatment support for up to 28 residential clients, directing daily activities and chores with a sensitive and trauma-informed approach.
Activities and duties include, but are not limited to the following :
- Program Administration :
- Assist with residential client admissions and discharges as requested.
- Monitor and ensure client participation in daily activities.
- Answer phones and provide office support.
- Intervene in client disputes and address inappropriate behavior.
- Take and record vital signs.
- Assist clients with medications and performing UA’s.
- Ensure clients receive their self-administered medications accurately.
- Accurately update and document in the Medication Administration Record Sheets (MARS).
- Report errors and grievances according to proper procedures and protocols.
- Maintain cleanliness of unit rooms and facilities.
- Handle unit laundry and empty trash / recycling as needed.
- Maintain high visibility and promote positive responses to change.
- Socialize with and encourage clients.
- Assist with meal service and cleanup.
- Complete required notes and documentation, including input and management of collected data. data.
- Maintain daily treatment protocols and procedures.
- Document client interactions and activities accurately in client records.
- Assist clients in connecting with Peer Support Specialists.
- Team Collaboration :
- Collaborate closely with other unit staff as part of the treatment team.
- Communicate effectively with team members to ensure cohesive and coordinated care.
- Participate in regular team meetings to discuss client progress and treatment plans.
- Collaborate with Residential Leadership to develop and implement program improvements.
- Support Residential Counselors and Peer Support Specialists in their roles.
- Work alongside the Residential Medical Specialist(s) to ensure client medical needs are met.
- Coordinate with the Compliance team to uphold treatment standards.
- Collaborate with Outpatient Leadership to facilitate client transitions between residential and outpatient care.
3. Attend :
LP2025
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