Residential Aide Supervisor

Residential Aide Supervisor

The Residential Aide Supervisor supervises and oversees the residential aide (RA) team.

Responsibilities Include:

• Oversee the residential aide team, providing guidance, support, and training to ensure consistent delivery of quality care.
• Develop and maintain a compassionate and empathetic rapport with clients, providing emotional support throughout their recovery journey.
• Assist clients with their daily activities, including hygiene routines, meals, and recreational activities.
• Encourage and promote clients' participation in therapeutic programs and support group sessions.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for both clients and staff, adhering to facility policies and protocols.
• Monitor clients' behaviors and activities, promptly addressing any safety concerns or potential risks.
• Utilize crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate potential conflicts or challenging situations that may arise among clients.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to create personalized crisis intervention plans for individual clients.
• Maintain thorough and accurate client records, documenting progress, incidents, and any relevant information.
• Keep daily logs, incident reports, and other required documentation up to date.
• Facilitate effective communication between the residential aide team, counselors, therapists, and medical staff to ensure cohesive client care.
• Participate in team meetings, sharing insights and observations to support comprehensive treatment planning.
• Assist in organizing and facilitating support group sessions, promoting engagement and fostering a sense of community among clients.
• Collaborate with the facility management to ensure smooth daily operations, including inventory management and ordering necessary supplies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, ethical standards, and facility policies related to client care and confidentiality.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity, adhering to ethical guidelines in all interactions with clients and staff.
• Participate in client assessments and progress tracking, providing valuable input to the clinical team to aid in treatment planning and goal setting.
• Perform other functions related to the position as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Additional training or certifications in substance use disorder counseling, psychology, or related fields are preferred.

• Previous experience in a substance use disorder rehabilitation facility or a similar healthcare setting is highly desirable.
• Experience in a supervisory or leadership role is an advantage.

• Demonstrated ability to show empathy, compassion, and patience when working with individuals struggling with substance addiction.
• A genuine passion for helping others and a strong commitment to supporting clients in their recovery journey.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
• Active listening skills to understand clients' needs and concerns.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities to manage multiple responsibilities and ensure smooth operations within the clinical aide team.
• Effective problem-solving skills, especially in high-pressure situations, to address challenges and crises that may arise during the rehabilitation process.
• High level of integrity and adherence to ethical standards, respecting client confidentiality and privacy.
• Compliance with the facility's code of conduct and policies.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
• Willingness to assist fellow team members and support the facility's mission.

• Direct care
• Full-time, Friday - Tuesday, 11:00am-7:30pm.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs multiple times throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move client luggage and personal belongings weighing approximately 20 to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout residential facilities for extended periods of time.
• Ability to safely assist with routine residential tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• The Residential department at Mainspring Recovery is vital to the day-to-day operation of our programs. RAs interact with our clientele more than any other department; therefore, customer service must remain exemplary, professional…