Residential Technician

Job Details

• Job Location:
  
  TCN Christopher Park (Recovery Apartments) - Xenia, OH 45385
• Salary Range: $16.22 - $16.75 Hourly
• Travel Percentage:
  Up to 25%
• Job Shift: Any
• $500 SIGN-ON BONUS!

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Handle crises calmly and effectively.
• Mediate resident conflicts to promote a respectful and peaceful living environment.

• Maintain open communication with clients, staff, and stakeholders.
• Foster positive collaboration with other social service agencies.
• Stay informed about community referral sources.

• Complete all required annual training, including client rights, safety, de-escalation, and infection control.
• Adhere to organizational policies and demonstrate behavioral and ethical compliance.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.