Alsana is an eating disorder recovery community with 8 locations nationwide plus our virtual program. We provide superior and committed care to help those on their journey to a healthy and successful recovery. From the Latin roots meaning “all” or “total health,” Alsana offers a new philosophy of care centered on our clients’ full well-being. We address the aspects of eating disorders that often go untreated in traditional recovery programs. Our culture creates a working environment of communication, collaboration, compassion, and integrity—all of which are necessary to craft unique treatment plans tailored to our clients’ needs and outcomes.
The Role
As a Direct Care Specialist at Alsana, you will be an integral part of an inter-disciplinary mental health environment that supports our therapists, dietitians, and nurses in achieving their discipline specific treatment plans.
Responsibilities
Always maintains each client’s physical and psychological safety including assigned tasks, e.g. Taking and recording vital signs, weights, recording meals and reporting results to nursing and/or the physician.
Completes accurate documentation of observations and notifies supervisor of any unusual findings, e.g. change in vital signs, unusual weight change, refusing meals, etc.
Documents patient progress per procedure.
Assists with the provision of basic first aid as directed by the RN/LVN staff according to facility policy, including all appropriate follow-up documentation.
Ensures that documentation accurately reflects all changes in client’s condition and notifies the nurse and interdisciplinary team members per program policy.
Provides one-on-one assistance to clients in crisis as directed by the nurse or therapist and the client’s plan of care.
Assists clients with nutritional and dietary needs as indicated by the facility’s nutritionist and interdisciplinary plan.
Keeps clients and significant others informed. Assists with family concerns in a pleasant and efficient manner. Seek assistance from licensed staff when needed.
Drives Clients in company vehicle to outings, doctor appointments, pharmacy, and other needs as they arise.
Maintains and communicates the level system with clients. Advises licensed staff of issues related to level system compliance.
Leads/Co-leads and facilitates groups for Residential/ Partial Hospital/Intensive Outpatient Clients. participate in an evening and weekend group rotation.
Qualifications
High School Diploma required.
One year of experience in the field of behavioral health.
Must have current Adult CPR/AED certification, preferably through the American Heart
Association or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
Must have ServSafe certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
Current valid and unencumbered state specific driver’s license.
Knowledge regarding supervision of others.
Physically able to perform most household duties and engage in basic recreational activities such as walking, etc.
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits for full time staff
Generous Paid Time Off, Sick Time Off and Holidays
Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance
401k Plan (Pre and Post Tax)
Flexible Spending Accounts
LifeMart Employee Discounts
Tuition Discount Program
Free EAP services
Free meals and snacks (position specific)
Hourly rate: $17-$17.50
Schedule: Monday-Friday; 2:00PM to 10:00PM
Are you ready to let your light shine?! Join the Alsana team today!
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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Mental Health Care
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