WHAT YOU WILL DO: This position is responsible for providing a basic level of general behavioral and psychiatric care to patients that have been discharged from Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center, Managed Health Plans, Palomar Hospital and Tri-City Hospital, to achieve a more adaptive level of physical, psychological and social functioning while in the program. Working within a comprehensive team of skilled professionals the Resident Behavioral Health Aide engages with the recuperative care team to get the patient back to self-sufficiency. This position is also responsible for the safe and timely transportation of clients to and from various appointments and ensuring facilities are maintained in a clean and orderly fashion.

• Provides behavioral services to patients under the general supervision of registered nurses and other qualified personnel
• Observes and assesses patients' physical condition, behavior and responses to treatment and reporting any significant changes to appropriate supervisor and other appropriate staff members
• Performs tasks that are within the scope of his/her education preparation, knowledge, and permitted by the policies and procedures of the Recuperative Care Program
• Assists with the coordination of services including planning, monitoring, documenting and conducting evaluations of services to patients
• Utilizes behavioral and physical techniques to prevent injury to patients and other and to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for clients; responds appropriately to crisis situations
• Keeps hallways and common areas clear of debris, wheelchairs, etc.
• Ensures facilities are maintained in clean and orderly fashion
• Orients new patients to their room, facility, laundry, cafeteria, etc.
• Assists patients with making medical appointments and any transportation necessary
• Assist passengers on and off vehicle, including those with physical limitations
• Secure passengers' wheelchairs and assist disabled passengers in and out of the vehicle
• Observe traffic laws and regulations
• Ensure clients have safely entered medical facility before leaving
• Maintain and update transportation calendar; schedule and select routes and travel times so clients arrive for appointments on time, and are picked up within a reasonable period of time after appointments are completed
• Maintain contact with clients and staff for appointment and schedule changes
• Maintain order and discipline in the vehicle; retain documentation of maintenance records
• Report problematic client behavior or disruption of service to supervisor
• Lock and secure vehicle when leaving unattended; check to ensure no passengers are still in the vehicle before leaving unattended
• Maintain daily record of mileage and number of passengers transported
• Clean and service the vehicle with fuel; report vehicle deficiencies immediately for repair and maintenance
• Ensures the confidentiality of patient information and health records
• Participates in all staff meetings and trainings
• Perform additional duties as assigned

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off - Three weeks to start!
• Paid Holidays - 13 scheduled
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• AD&D / Group Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical and Dependent Care
• Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Early Release Days!
• Work Anniversary Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Home Ownership Assistance Program
• Casual Work Environment
• Professional Growth and Career Development Opportunities

Requirements

EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION

• Knowledge of alcohol and other drug recovery field preferred
• Experience working with severely mentally ill, medically fragile, and homeless populations preferred