Direct Care Staff Position Available In St. Francois, Missouri

Direct Care Staff 3.2 3.2 out of 5 stars 560 W Pine St, Farmington, MO 63640 This position is a non-professional psychiatric and medication aide position in the care and treatment of residents in an acute psychiatric independent supported living facility. An employee at this facility performs basic non-professional psychiatric and general nursing work. Work involves establishing effective interpersonal relationships with co-workers and other members of the mental health team, contributing to the maintenance of a therapeutic environment and rendering basic nursing care. Observe, report and record significant changes in residents behavior and physical condition. Assist with or participate in re-motivation, rehabilitation, resocialization and behavior modification programs. Teach and assist residents in self help skills and social behaviors based on the level of functioning of each resident. Participate in specialized programs such as food preparation, hygiene and self medication and individual interaction with residents. Perform general nursing care such as temperatures, pulses, respirations, blood pressures, blood sugar levels and general daily care of the residents. Maintain a safe, clean, and agreeable home environment. Take appropriate actions in case of emergency situations ot include administering CPR and First Aid.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Life insurance Paid orientation Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Overnight shift

Work Location:

In person