Residential Aid Residential Facility all shifts​/Driver

Residential Aid for Residential Facility for all shifts/ Driver

Join to apply for the Residential Aid for Residential Facility for all shifts/ Driver role at New Day Recovery

New Day Recovery is guided by a philosophy where hope, respect, and personal dignity serve as the catalysts for rebirth and transformation. We strive to provide the highest quality care grounded in evidence-based practices while fostering connection and belonging for those seeking a new life. Join our team to help save patients’ lives.

The Residential Aide works as part of a high-functioning care team. The Residential Technician carries out designated resident care, administers medications and treatments consistent with orders, and complies with facility policies, procedures, and DHHS regulations. The position embodies the company’s mission, vision, values, and principles.

• Works in the nurse’s station to answer questions and direct clients.
• General office work.
• Knowledge of the company and services offered and can accurately describe this information to new clients.
• Accompany clients outside for cigarette breaks.
• Preparing bedrooms for new admissions, which includes dressing beds with clean sheets and comforter, vacuuming the carpet, cleaning all hard surfaces and ensuring each room has the proper accommodations (alarm clock, sound machine, fan, hamper, etc.).
• Assisting the kitchen with washing, drying and putting away dishes.
• Tidying up the dining area after meal times to include wiping all tables and chairs, pushing in chairs, sweeping and mopping the floor, emptying trash, etc.
• Checking the client bathrooms for cleanliness.
• Maintaining cleanliness and presentation of the day rooms, which includes removing any dishes or trash, folding and putting away blankets, straightening pillows, sanitizing hard surfaces, etc.
• Assisting housekeeping staff with laundry.
• Maintaining professional boundaries with clients and interacting with them in an appropriate manner.
• Assisting medical or kitchen staff with any other related tasks.
• Assist in admission process (UA collection, searching property, BA testing, sanitation, etc.).
• Thoroughly searching individuals’ belongings upon admission and properly disposing of any forbidden items.
• Properly logging and storing individuals’ belongings.
• Passing, logging and disposal of medications.
• Always demonstrating proper handwashing techniques and using gloves whenever necessary.
• Administering medication by the route ordered according to the physician’s orders.
• Completing hourly rounds for each client and appropriately assessing the environment/need for increased checks.
• Checking vitals for individuals.
• Auditing and correcting EHR records.
• Assisting with Omnicell – witnessing the removal of scheduled medications.
• Assisting with the discharge process and completing all necessary documentation.
• Admitting and assisting with discharging individuals into Omnicell/Omniview.
• Assisting with completing any weekly/monthly medical report forms.
• Keeping medication rooms and medication cart cleaned, stocked and organized at all times.
• Participating in facility quality improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for efficiency and improved patient experience.
• Attending staff meetings and participating in those meetings.
• Supporting organizational and departmental philosophies, goals, and objectives and through own behavior leading and motivating others to do the same.
• Any other related tasks as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Residential Medication Aide (CRMA), if required by State.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Ability to successfully complete training in, and demonstrate a practical use of, Medication Administration, CPR, First Aid and behavior intervention techniques.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to perform general household upkeep and maintenance.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with an acute attention to detail.
• Demonstrable working knowledge of computer programs and systems such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and email.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent critical and forward-thinking skills.
• Familiarity with office machines…