Residential Assistant, Crisis Receiving Center (Evening/Overnight) Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare - 2.9 Roanoke, VA Job Details Full-time $34,325.88 - $40,161.77 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Paid time off Qualifications Computer operation Writing skills Company vehicle operation High school diploma or GED Computer skills Full Job Description Company Summary At Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare, Hope is Spoken Here. Our mission is to provide quality, community-based services that prevent and address mental health disorders, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders. We put people first-ensuring every individual is treated with dignity and respect while providing flexible, affordable, and timely services. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve as a Residential Assistant. The schedule for this position is evening/overnight. Position Summary/Responsibilities The Residential Assistant position will support the Crisis Receiving Center (CRC) and Crisis Intervention Team Assessment Center (CITAC) by monitoring and transporting clients in daily living environment to ensure compliance with treatment program requirements. In this role, you will be responsible for: Monitoring client behavior in the facility to included one-to-one supervision as directed by treatment team Making rounds Make crisis interventions as necessary such as notifying nursing and/or clinician/therapist staff of crisis and/or inappropriate client behavior Document client behaviors, unusual events, safety issues, and problems, as needed in staff log Orient new clients to program policies and procedures Completing tasks assigned by nurses and assisting nurses with answering telephones Regularly assist with transporting clients as needed to emergency medical facilities, home, et. Turn in bills for requisition Perform housing duties include sanitizing recliners, changing linens, washing linens, mopping floors, and emptying track, cleaning bathrooms, Perform other duties as assigned, consistent with agency policies and procedures Hiring Range The anticipated base salary for this position is $34,325.88 to $40,161.77. Actual compensation offered within this range will be determined based on the candidate's experience, education, qualifications (knowledge, skills, and abilities), geographic location, complexity of role, and other relevant business considerations. We kindly ask that candidates do not discuss compensation until after an offer of employment is extended.

Requirements Education:

? High school diploma or GED required.

Experience:

Minimum one (1) year experience working with mentally ill and/or chemically dependent population preferred.

Background Check:

?Fingerprints, State and FBI criminal record reports, drug test, and central registry report will be required upon selection.

Safe Driving Record:

?This position requires transporting clients or driving agency vehicles. Candidates must have a good driving record, which is defined as no more than two moving violations in the last three years and no criminal moving violations in the last five years. Special Work Conditions This role requires the ability to communicate effectively with staff, clients, and partners, both verbally and in writing. The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position for portions of the workday, move throughout office or community settings, and operate a computer and standard office equipment. The position may occasionally require lifting or transporting materials or supplies up to 50 pounds. This role may require participation in trauma-informed physical practices, such as standing, positioning, and de-escalation techniques, when such activities are essential to the position. These functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. Why work at BRBH?

Team atmosphere:

?Our small team works hard to change lives.

Work/Life Balance:

? We have a great Paid Time Off policy - 21 days annually, which starts accruing on your first day, plus 10 paid holidays. We offer great benefits, including VRS (Virginia Retirement System)!?

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Stable Employer:

?BRBH provides multiple programs and services throughout the Roanoke Valley with over 350 employees working to provide quality care to our clients. We are proud to have served our community for over 50 years. BRBH maintains a drug-free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.?This position is located in Roanoke, VA. EOE Statement Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation general identify or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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