Residential Program Assistant- Overnight Shift 11pm-7am

Brantwood Family Services operates a comprehensive, long-term residential program for pregnant and parenting women with substance use disorders. Brantwood Family Services is accredited by CARF International and licensed by the Maryland Department of Health.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED;

Persons with lived experience (Peers) must have at least 12 months in recovery;

Core Competencies

Ability to learn, retain, and follow policies & procedures;

Ability to respond appropriately to emergency/crisis situations;

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;

Ability to utilize laptop & desktop computers, send emails, and document in electronic health records;

Ability to maintain professionalism when responding to residents & difficult situations;

Ability to perform job duties in an ethical and professional manner, to include protecting resident confidentiality;

Ability to lift & carry up to 30 lbs, push & pull carts and cleaning equipment, crouch & kneel, frequent walking, standing and climbing stairs;

Ability to contribute to a positive work environment;

Ability to receive feedback to support professional growth/development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure a therapeutic environment where residents feel welcomed, safe & supported;

Respond appropriately to emergency/crisis situations such as medical emergency, mental health crisis, substance use;

Conduct rounds to account for all residents and document their attendance at treatment activities;

Conduct routine checks of the facility and resident rooms/belongings, reporting prohibited items, safety hazards or maintenance concerns to supervisor;

Monitor residents as they self-administer their prescribed medications;

Deliver essential services to residential clients to include serving meals;

Maintain the environment of care by providing light janitorial duties such as sweeping, mopping, wiping services, taking out trash, and restocking supplies;

Support residents by listening with empathy, offering encouragement, facilitating conflict resolution, and healthy problem-solving;

Monitor residents while they provide urine drug screen sample;

Complete required documentation to include shift notes and incident reports, as needed.

Brantwood Family Services operates a 24/7 residential healthcare facility. Residential Program Assistants are Essential Staff and will be required to work holidays and report to work even in the event of inclement weather.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18