In this role you will….Listen to the clients’ concerns, observe their behavior, record these conditions, and ensure the clients are comfortable and safe. Assist clients in social/recreational activities, secure an environment that enhances treatment and or educational effectiveness. Provide basic patient care and work with patients/clients to develop daily living skills. Benefits Offered:Competitive PayMedical, Dental, Vision InsurancePaid Time Off12 Paid Holidays401k with an employer matchFlexible Spending AccountsShort and Long-term disability coverageLife InsuranceEmployee Discount Program Responsibilities:Takes vital signs and report findings to nurse.Bathes, grooms, shaves, and dresses clients if indicated.Prepares clients for treatment or examination.Feeds clients who are unable to feed themselves.Provides clients with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed and on the unit.Transport and/or accompanies clients to unit areas, using a wheelchair if indicated.Conducts activities for recreation and socialization.Observes and documents patient data, behavior, and activity.Ensures safety and security of clients.Drives company vehicle safely and updates Defensive Driving (if assigned).Provides group training to clients educating on wellness and recovery tools (if assigned).Assists with admission/discharge process as assigned.Technical Competencies:Ability to identify and report any adverse side effects of medication to physicians.Ability to identify patient limitations.Knowledge of body mechanics (lifting, standing, turning, etc)Knowledge of safety procedures for moving patients.Ability to identify bedsores and the onset of bedsores.Ability to monitor and report client’s behavior.Ability to recognize significant changes in a patient’s behavior.Ability to perform CPR.Ability to take patient vital signs.Ability to assess client’s needs.Knowledge of unit safety protocols.Ability to collect bodily fluids.Knowledge of the department, facility or service entity’s policies and procedures.Ability to answer patient questions.Ability to provide simple nursing care, personal care, and hygiene.Ability to explain procedures to patients.Knowledge of simple nursing care, first-aid, and personal and environmental hygiene.Knowledge of the various types of appropriate recreational activities.Ability to perform established treatment and programmatic activities.Ability to check equipment to ensure it is working properly.Knowledge of the concepts of mental health, health disorders and related physical conditions and treatment approaches.Ability to lead activities.Ability to document/report patient’s behavior accurately.Knowledge of facility safety policies and procedures.Knowledge of care plans and diagnosis. Entry Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED Career Development Criteria:CPRCPIDefensive Driving (if assigned)Identifying BehaviorsSafety TrainingBeing mentored under LPN or RNEssential Learning courses as required.Attaining relevant certificationsAdditional Information: The Application ProcessAll qualified applicants will be considered.This position is subject to close once a satisfactory candidate pool has been identified.The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview. Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. Safe Working EnvironmentWe at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment. Therefore, we require full vaccination of all employees. Getting the vaccine, frequently washing your hands, sanitizing common areas, and wearing your mask continues to be the most effective way to fight COVID-19. Diversity and InclusionRiver Edge Behavioral Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetic make-up, disability, age, or veteran status. Drug-Free WorkplaceRiver Edge Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace with a longstanding commitment to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, all applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug screen.