What are the responsibilities and job description for the Second Shift Direct Support Professional position at Turnbridge - Killingworth?
About Us
Turnbridge is the preeminent mental health and substance use disorder treatment programs for young adults and adolescents. Turnbridge has been treating addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions for 20 years. During this time – empowered by a supportive, mission-driven organization – the people of Turnbridge have become some of the country’s most experienced and innovative treatment experts. Today, Turnbridge is seen by many referring healthcare professionals as the first choice for addiction and co-occurring disorder treatment. Offering multiple gender and age specific treatment options, Turnbridge has grown to be one of the largest treatment programs in Connecticut.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid time off
- 401K
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Job Description
There are five fundamental categories that every member of the Support Staff is responsible for while on shift. The five fundamental categories are Safety, Logistics, Data, Motivation and Cleanliness of the facility.
- Ensure each client is safe and following their daily schedule
- Support and monitor each client in the program throughout the entire shift
- Document clients on their willingness to follow the program schedule
- Lead by example and maintain a presence in the community while encouraging residents to build healthy relationships
- Support our residents with any struggles they may be having and communicate these challenges to your manager
- Responsible for the daily upkeep of Turnbridge facilities by monitoring resident chores as well as any housekeeping assignments per the detail sheet
- Attend mandatory support staff meetings when scheduled, in person or over zoom when appropriate
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Highly effective interpersonal and verbal skills including courtesy, resourcefulness and efficiency in answering questions, giving directions, locating appropriate Turnbridge personnel and explaining Turnbridge policies and procedures are necessary
- Ability to adapt communication style and tone to fit the situation
- Ability to demonstrate positive guest relations skills when dealing with challenging people and difficult situations. Practices effective listening and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of basic use of computer and will train for appropriate use of Turnbridge software
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license if required by position
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Weekdays
- Holidays
- Weekend availability
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.00 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20