What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recovery Advocate position at The Fullbrook Center?
Job Summary
Recovery Advocates work on the front lines with women who have come to us to get freedom from trauma and substance abuse.
Duties
- Assist residents with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration.
- Monitor and document vital signs to ensure the health and safety of residents.
- Advocate for resident rights and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
- Provide first aid as needed and respond to emergencies in a calm and effective manner.
- Support residents in developing life skills that promote independence and self-sufficiency.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all residents.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans tailored to each resident's needs.
Requirements
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or mental health challenges is preferred.
- Knowledge of vital signs monitoring and first aid procedures is essential.
- Familiarity with medication administration protocols is a plus.
- Strong understanding of resident rights and advocacy principles.
- Ability to lift individuals safely and provide physical support when required.
- Experience in home care or personal care home settings is advantageous.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with residents, families, and team members.
- Compassionate demeanor with a strong commitment to enhancing the lives of individuals in care.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed
Job-related location requirement:
- Candidates must be within a 25-mile radius.
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $16