Clinical Assistant-The Estate at Riverbend (On-Site Lucedale MS)

ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, LLC

Lucedale, MS

Expired: April 30, 2024 Applications are no longer accepted.

Paid Time Off
Other

Clinical Assistant -Estate in Lucedale, MS

The Estate at Riverbend is an industry leader in providing hope and healing to people with substance use addiction and associated co-occurring disorders. We currently have an immediate opening for a Clinical Assistant position for our Lucedale, MS location.

Estate at Riverbend programs are important to a patient’s continuation of care, so they stay engaged in their recovery journey after leaving an inpatient treatment program. In some cases, our programs may be the appropriate starting point for individuals committed to their recovery. Our location in Lucedale, MS may be exactly what you are looking for as your next career step.

Just as each treatment plan is different, each career path at the Estate at Riverbend is different. Take a step forward in your career with the Estate at Riverbend.

Position Summary:

In this role, the Clinical Assistant will assist in the overall care and supervision of residents. The Clinical Assistant will function in a professional manner and evidence of a positive attitude in all aspects of work. The performance of all duties will be consistent with Bradford’s philosophy, enhance the therapeutic environment and protect the confidentiality of all patients

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Duties/Responsibilities:

Be aware of where residents are at all times, circulating around the facility on a regular basis
Assists in client orientation to facility and program
Assure that all clients follow the program schedule and are on time for each assignment
Demonstrate the ability to communicate and relate to residents clearly and effectively
Reports any infractions of policy to administration
Supervise client activities as directed
Assure that clients are in their rooms at the designated times in the evening
Attend staff training programs as scheduled
Provide emotional support and assistance to clients in crisis, under direction of the clinical team
Participates in transport and supervision of clients to and from activities
Demonstrate knowledge and skill in non-violent crisis interventions
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality with respect to patient and potential patient interactions and identifying information
Regular attendance, do other related jobs which are necessary to the daily operation of The Estate, and as requested by therapist and the Supervisor.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Ability to work with male and female, adult (18-over) substance abuse/dual diagnosed population
Good communication skills
Valid Driver’s license and a safe driving record

Education:

High School graduate or GED

Physical Requirements:

Must walk within the facility and on the grounds for approximately 1 mile per 12-hour shift
Must be capable of administering CPR (Certification required)
Must be able to bend and stoop from a standing position to the floor
Must be able to stand continuously in increments of 45 minutes to 1 hour
Must be able to physically assist a disoriented or intoxicated resident of average weight of 140 to 170 lbs from the floor to a chair or bed.
Must be emotionally and physically capable of functioning under stressful situations.
If recovering, 1 year of continuous verifiable abstinence

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