Social Services Assistant

The purpose of the position is to supervise and deliver quality behavioral health services and care to youth ages 12 to 17 years of age with substance use/chemical dependency/co-occurring problems.The Resident Assistant works in coordination with other professional staff in the management and supervision of facility residents to ensure a safe, structured, and therapeutic residential treatment environment. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Supervise daily tasks and assignments of residents such as making beds, housekeeping assignments, etc.; assist in maintenance of the living units. Provide guidance and instruction in group activities, personal health and hygiene, courtesy, and etiquette to residents. Supervise and assist residents in getting ready for school, therapy groups, and other treatment activities. Attend activities as directed to assist in management of resident's behavior. Assist residents with homework assignments from school classes and treatment sessions.

Escort residents to and from meals and on field trips providing observation during meals and trips. Provide transportation to airport, hospital, and/or other treatment activities as directed. Provide non-professional counseling for patients.

Recognize and respond appropriately to deviations from normal behavior. Provide crisis intervention and management of aggressive or difficult behavior. Participate with a multidisciplinary team concerning patient care plans and patient management.

Keep drug and alcohol counselors and the Clinical Director informed on all clinical and administrative issues. Assist the treatment team in the assessment, emotional support counseling, and follow-up. Interact daily with psychologist, nurses, social workers, administrators, community resources, resident and their families.

Keep well written records (such as daily logs and incident reports) in accordance with the treatment center policies and procedures.