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View Point Health
(RCP) - Residential Care Provider - Walnut Creek Home - (IDD) - Jonesboro, GA
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What they do
A Residential Assistant or Advisor works in a residential mental health, long-term care, or substance abuse treatment facility and provides support for patients, including resolving conflicts, helping them adjust to their environment, and alleviating concerns. Performs inspections and assists with move-ins and facility programming.
$38,960 / year median in Georgia
+8% projected growth
Job Description
View Point Health Job Title:
(RCP) -Residential Care Provider Shift:
Full-Time (40 hours per week on average)Job Hours:
Shift/Schedule May Vary Base Location:
Onsite - Walnut Creek Home / Clayton Co.Division/Department/Program:
Intellectual Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Residential As a Residential Care Provider (RCP) you will provide essential, person-centered care to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in our Residential Community Living Arrangements (CLA). In this role, you support residents in their daily living activities, promote independence, ensure safety, and enhance their quality of life in a home-like environment.Duties & Responsibilities:
Provide direct care to individuals with IDD, assisting with basic personal hygiene, grooming, feeding, medical monitoring, and healthcare-related tasks as outlined in individualized Healthcare Plans (HCPs). Assist with toileting needs, including the use of bedpans, urinals, and commode chairs, ensuring dignity and comfort. Ensure individuals' safety by maintaining a safe, clean, and supportive living environment, adhering to DBHDD and CSB health and safety guidelines. Follow protocols for health and safety drills (e.g., fire, emergency evacuation) and report any safety concerns to the IDD Supervisor, Manager, or other IDD leadership. Plan nutritious meals, shop for groceries, prepare and serve food/meals, assist with feeding as needed, and perform clean-up duties to maintain a hygienic kitchen. Accompany individuals to scheduled medical, dental or other appointments, and assist with transportation or running errands to support their needs. Perform light housekeeping tasks, including laundry, bed-making, and general cleaning, to ensure a tidy and comfortable living space. Monitor and report changes in individuals' physical or behavioral conditions to the IDD, Supervisor, Manager, Director or other IDD leadership promptly, ensuring compliance with HCP's. Complete daily progress notes and other required documentation in the Electronic Client Record (ECR) system (e.g., Carelogic), ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Adhere to all CSB and DBHDD training guidelines, including mandatory training (e.g., CPR, First Aid, CPI Training) and all agency policies. Maintain a positive driving record and a valid Georgia driver's license, updating as required for transporting individuals. Other related duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma/GED and six (6) months of relevant job-related training or experience.Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with IDD population. Certified Nursing Assistant certification (CNA), Direct Support Professional (DSP), Direct Care Professional (DCP) or Patient Care Technician (PCT) preferred.Requirements/Competencies:
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and subject to random drug screens. Must have a valid Driver's License and a clean Motor Vehicle Record in accordance with company policy. Must pass a criminal ba...Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance