Under the general supervision of the Coordinator of Residential Client Care, this position provides proper care, support and education to the residents.

Involves activities that require ability to lift 30 lbs., reaching, climbing and grasping. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work and observing surroundings and activities. The worker is not subjected to adverse environmental conditions.

JOB DUTIES

• Provides assistance to volunteers as needed in the absence of the RCC Coordinator
• Leads activities to assist the residents in developing and practicing life skills in the areas of parenting and homemaking
• Provides direct assistance to the residents to meet their treatment objectives
• Addresses behavioral concerns by implementing therapeutic interventions within scope of practice
• Observes interactions between residents and family units and documents concerns for counselor review
• Transports residents to appointments and other activities off-site
• Duties may require varying work hours (coverage for 24 hours, seven days a week work schedule, day & night)
• Actively supports ERI values of acknowledgment, commitment, openness, celebration, and humility.
• Actively support a trauma informed and responsive work environment as demonstrated in the 5 core values of safety, trustworthiness, choice, collaboration, and empowerment.
• Actively supports and implements Motivational Interviewing as the program’s core evidence based practice.
• Actively supports a professional and therapeutic environment to include but not limited to using appropriate tone and volume of voice at all times (with clients and co-workers).
• Serves on Agency committee(s) as requested
• Performs related duties as required

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of substance use disorders and treatment modalities that are child and women focused

Knowledge of principles of early childhood development

Knowledge of the principles and practices of client care

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff and referral agencies

Good communication and listening skills

Ability to handle crisis situations, resolve conflict and manage confrontation

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Proficient use of all MS Office applications

Must have a valid SC Driver’s License and be able to provide proof of insurance

REQUIRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED equivalent with at least one year of experience working in a healthcare setting. Residential healthcare experience preferred. Associate’s degree preferred. Substance Abuse Specialist or Peer Support certification required as soon as possible upon hire.