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Position Summary:

This position is responsible for monitoring clients of the residential facility to ensure client safety and the integrity of the program; providing clinical duties as needed (group and/or individual sessions); assisting with the tasks of daily living; facilitating recreational activities; and completing clinical/facility documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Resident Support:
  • Assist in designing and participating in resident activities.
  • Identify resident treatment needs and provide appropriate interventions under supervisor direction.
  • Facilitate educational and therapeutic groups and other activities as needed.
  • Reinforce residents’ orientation to house rules, safety procedures, and household expectations.
  • Utilize residential plans of care tailored to each resident.
  • Monitor self-assisted medication administration.
  • Oversee residents’ general health status.
  • Ensure facilities are clean and meet the standards set by Ohio MHAS and TCN.
  • Respect and protect residents’ rights.
  • Complete safety procedures and drills according to agency schedules and standards.
  • Transport clients as needed using company or approved personal vehicles.
  • Accompany clients to appointments, meetings, and other locations, ensuring continuous monitoring.
  • Read, comprehend, and enforce client rules without exception, escalating violations to supervisors.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Document client progress and activities in residential charts and daily shift reports.
  • Assist in preparing facility summary reports.
  • Communicate effectively with community support personnel, supervisors, and clinicians.
  • Ensure 100% accuracy in documentation and reports.
  • Complete progress notes at the end of each session and submit all documentation within 24 hours.
• Compliance with Standards:
  • Provide only services authorized by Utilization Management.
  • Ensure Individualized Service Plans and Progress Notes reflect client input and are signed by clients when clinically appropriate.
  • • Maintain accurate and thorough clinical charts for all clients.
  • Conflict and Crisis Management:
    • Handle crises calmly and effectively.
    • Mediate resident conflicts to promote a respectful and peaceful living environment.
  • Collaboration and Communication:
    • Maintain open communication with clients, staff, and stakeholders.
    • Foster positive collaboration with other social service agencies.
    • Stay informed about community referral sources.
  • Training and Policy Adherence:
    • Complete all required annual training, including client rights, safety, de-escalation, and infection control.
    • Adhere to organizational policies and demonstrate behavioral and ethical compliance.
  • Other Duties:
    • Demonstrate and support TCN’s core values: Commitment, Accountability, Respect, Empathy, Service (C.A.R.E.S.).
    • Perform additional residential or clinical duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

a. Education: High school diploma or Equivalent.

• Experience: Some experience working with substance abuse and mental health populations is preferred; demonstrated competencies required.
• Certification: CDCA or above required, SWA or above preferred; CPR; First Aid; AEGIS (De-escalation) training; Medication Monitoring.
• Other: Valid Ohio driver’s license; proof of automobile insurance; meet ODADAS licensure and certification requirements; demonstrated competencies for working with persons with substance use and/or mental health disorders.

• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

  Knowledge of:

• Safety rules and procedures, Agency policies and procedures, local area and resources, daily living tasks and skills, documentation requirements, crisis management, empathy and compassion, and ethical conduct.

• Skills:

• Capacity to perform duties effectively under potential emotional stress and conflict situations.
• Proficiency in utilizing basic computer skills and office equipment for documentation and communication purposes.
• Practice of a client-focused approach, demonstrating active listening skills, reading comprehension, critical thinking, and leadership abilities.
• excellent interpersonal skills, including directing and demonstrating activities of daily living, i.e., cooking, cleaning, laundry, etc.
• operating basic household appliances and tools.