Direct Care Specialist

4 days ago

Pacific Grove, United States Alsana Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

The Company

Alsana is an eating disorder recovery community with 9 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 driver’s license.
  • ServSafe 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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