Direct Care Specialist
1 month ago
The Company
Alsana is an eating disorder recovery community with 10 locations nationwide, plus our virtual program. We provide superior and committed care to help those on their journey to a healthy and successful recovery. From the Latin roots meaning “all” or “total health,” Alsana offers a new philosophy of care centered on our clients’ full well-being. We address the aspects of eating disorders that often go untreated in traditional recovery programs. Our culture creates a working environment of communication, collaboration, compassion, and integrity—all of which are necessary to craft unique treatment plans tailored to our clients’ needs and outcomes.
The Role
As a Direct Care Specialist at Alsana, you will be an integral part of an inter-disciplinary mental health environment that supports our therapists, dietitians, and nurses in achieving their discipline specific treatment plans.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Always maintains each client’s physical and psychological safety including assigned tasks, e.g., taking and recording vital signs, weights, recording meal, restroom observation and reporting results to nursing and/or the physician.
- Completes accurate documentation of observations and notifies supervisor/nurse or therapist of any unusual findings, e.g., change in vital signs, unusual weight change, refusing meals, etc.
- Dispenses medication and administers First Aid according to facility policy, including all appropriate follow-up documentation.
- Must eat meals with clients as prepared and provided for by the kitchen and dietary staff. This is critical to the wellbeing and recovery of the clients.
- Documents patient progress per procedure.
- Provides one-on-one assistance to clients in crisis as directed by the nurse or therapist and the client’s plan of care.
- Assists clients with nutritional and dietary needs as indicated by the facility’s nutritionist and interdisciplinary plan.
- Keeps clients and significant others informed. Assists with family concerns in a pleasant and efficient manner. Seeks assistance from licensed staff when needed.
- Maintains and communicates the level system with clients. Advises licensed staff of issues related to level system compliance.
- Demonstrates professional conduct, concern, respect, and compassion toward all clients, families, co-workers, and the public as a representative of Alsana.
- Displays professional appearance in accordance with facility dress code.
- When necessary, performs appropriate housekeeping duties to maintain a clean appearance and hygienic conditions of the facility.
- Leads/Co-leads and facilitates groups for Residential/ Partial Hospital/Intensive Outpatient Clients. Participates in an evening and weekend group rotation.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma required.
- One year of experience in the field of behavioral health.
- Current valid Class E Driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
- L1MA certificate must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
- Must have current CPR certification, preferably through the American Heart Association, or the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
- Knowledge regarding supervision of others
- Physically able to perform most household duties which may include lifting up to 20 pounds and engaging in basic recreational activities such as walking, etc.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits for full time staff
- Generous Paid Time Off, Sick Time Off and Holidays
- Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance
- 401k Plan (Pre and Post Tax)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- LifeMart Employee Discounts
- Tuition Discount Program
- Free EAP services
- Free meals and snacks (position specific)
Are you ready to let your light shine? Join the Alsana team today
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