Residential Aide

About this position

About Mainspring Recovery

Mainspring Recovery is a mission-driven behavioral health organization built on the belief that healing happens when the right people are in the room. We provide care across multiple levels, including Residential, Partial Hospitalization (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient (IOP), supporting individuals and families throughout the recovery process.

Every role at Mainspring, clinical and non-clinical alike, contributes to creating safe, structured, and effective environments where people can rebuild their lives. We invest in strong teams, clear systems, and thoughtful leadership, believing meaningful impact comes from doing the work well, supporting one another, and holding ourselves to high standards across the organization.

Residential Aide

Reports To: Director of Residential Aide Services/Residential Aide Manager

Department: Residential

Location: On-site, Dumfries, VA, Triangle, VA

Employment Type: Full-time or Part-time | Hourly | Non-Exempt

Compensation
:

The pay for this position is $19 per hour, set in good faith based on the responsibilities of the role, qualifications, and market conditions. Applicable shift differentials:

$.50 per hour evenings
$1 per hour overnights
$1 per hour weekends (Saturday and Sunday)

Schedule:

We currently have the following shifts available:
Thursday – Monday: 12:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Sunday – Tuesday: 12:00 AM – 8:30 AM

• Ensure client well-being and safety by providing a structured, positive, and supportive environment.
• Act as a resource for new clients, facilitating their integration into the program.
• Participate actively as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Demonstrate professionalism, empathy, and strong boundaries with clients at all times.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 guidelines.
• Document activities, observations, and client behaviors accurately and timely in the Kipu system.
• Assist with admissions, including body searches, personal property checks, and completing inventory checklists.
• Ensure regular safety rounds and adherence to supervision intervals.
• Assist in promoting life skills and discharge planning.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Residential Aide R.I.S.E. Program (Training Cards) Overview:

The Residential Aide R.I.S.E. (Raising Initiative Skills for Elevation) Program at Mainspring Recovery is a comprehensive career development initiative designed to strengthen the skills, responsibilities, and leadership capabilities of Residential Aides through three progressive levels. This program aims to develop effective leaders and maintain the efficient operation of Mainspring Recovery's facilities by providing structured training, regular evaluations, and incremental pay increases.

R.I.S.E. Program Levels:

Residential Aide Level I (0-3 months): Complete all Med Trainer courses. Conduct headcounts and shift reports during assigned shifts. Assist intake nurses with client admissions, including body searches and property searches. Serve meals and handle equipment, such as assembling/disassembling the fountain drink machine. Maintain stable attendance and demonstrate reliability. Meet all Level I competencies and maintain a clean attendance record for progression.

Residential Aide Level II (3 months - 1 year): Complete MANDT training, including verbal and para verbal de-escalation techniques. Facilitate client group activities and orientation sessions for new clients. Mentor Level I Residential Aides. Perform advanced documentation of behavioral interventions in Kipu. Demonstrate interdepartmental communication skills and assist in crisis interventions.

Residential Aide Level III (1+ year): Demonstrate leadership by supervising and supporting Level I and II…