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Project Chesapeake

Residential Aide

Pay: $35,360/yr

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Pasadena, MD (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/12/2026

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What they do

A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.

$35,367 / year median in Maryland

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Project Chesapeake provides quality addiction treatment, behavioral health therapy & treatment for individuals with a dual diagnosis. We are seeking a highly motivated, reliable, & professional, full-time Residential Aide to join our team! Our mission is to provide an opportunity for individuals to learn how to live a positive, sober lifestyle while empowering them to make changes that will lead to successful, independent living.

Hours:

Full-time Monday

OFF Tuesday
3:00pm
11:00pm Wednesday
3:00pm
11:00pm Thursday
3:00pm
11:00pm Friday
OFF Saturday
3:00pm
11:00pm Sunday
3:00pm
11:00pm Responsibilities include: Is responsible for monitoring all clients throughout their assigned shift.

Ability to conduct regular "rounds" around the entire property. Ensures the daily program / schedule is being followed. Assist with new intakes, complete room searches, monitor mealtimes, etc. Observes & documents all clients taking and / or refusing prescribed or over the counter medications. Monitor & observe supervised urinalysis as needed / scheduled. Communicates in a professional manner with all clients, staff & supervisors. Keeps all program staff members informed of all client's current challenges or behavioral issues. Provides accurate information during shift changes via written & verbal communication in a professional manner. Attends team meetings as necessary / scheduled. Can quickly adapt to changes in schedules, routines & work assignments. Ability to deescalate. Ability to maintain ethical & professional boundaries with all clients & staff. Understands & abides by HIPAA guidelines / requirements at all times.

Qualifications include:

Ability to observe, identify, document & inform others if physical, cognitive & behavioral changes are a concern. Understands the field of addiction, mental health & recovery. Prior experience in a Behavioral Health setting is a plus. Open to learning about & understanding ASAM criteria guidelines, Stages of Change, 12 step recovery, etc.

Benefits:

Paid time off (PTO) Optional Medical / Vision / Dental insurance Optional 401(K) with employer match Employer paid life insurance Additional benefits to be discussed during the interview process

Pay:

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