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Recovery Support Aide
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What they do
A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.
$32,743 / year median in Missouri
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Job Purpose Recovery Support Aides' (RSA) are responsible for the facilitation and delivery of treatment services accordingly to an established schedule of structured program activities. RSAs shall ensure a therapeutic environment which is productive, meaningful, and is provided in a manner that is appropriate for the clients with the treatment setting. Qualifications Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent required Must have strong interpersonal social skills; able to remain calm in emotionally charged settings Possess, or ability to possess, a Missouri Class "E" Chauffeur's Driver's License Meet the minimum requirements to be clinically privileged by FCC Behavioral Health Core Job Duties Monitor and facilitate group activities (educational and recreational) according to program schedules using a group facilitating format and group material that engages the client. Provide continuous supervision of clients to ensure compliance and report any physical and/or emotional changes to the proper staff members. Coordinate crisis intervention services, as needed. Monitor vital signs, urine analysis, self-administration of medication and search of clients as required. Some sites require medication administration. Serve as a positive role model through professional appearance, therapeutic communication and respect for self and others. Assist in identifying and assessing strengths and needs of clients. Assist in the transportation of clients to and from scheduled activities, as needed. Monitor and maintain facilities and storage areas for cleanliness and the working condition of equipment. Cleans, adjusts, and moves items to proper areas. Adherence to all applicable evidence-based practice models. Orally communicate information effectively and accurately. Assure program operates within the constraints of the agency's certification (CARF, DMH/ASAM) standards and strategic plan related to clinical care. Abide by program and agency policies and procedures. Other job duties and special projects as assigned.