Resident Aid (Palm Desert)

Phoenix Rising Recovery is an addiction treatment facility in Palm Desert, California that's dedicated to helping clients rise above their past trauma and addictions into happier, healthier lives. We are currently looking for Resident Aids to join our team for our all male residential program!

This position is responsible for providing direct service to clients, and for facilitating the smooth day-to-day operation of the program. This position collaborates as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team to deliver effective substance abuse treatment and care to clients.

AVAILABILITY:

• NOC Shift (11pm-7:30am)
• Swing Shift (3pm-11:30pm)

**Must be available at least one weekend day

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with intakes, orient new clients to the facility and ensure rules of the program are followed
• Provide support and build rapport with clients while maintaining appropriate boundaries at all times
• Conduct rounds, belonging searches and safety checks on a routine basis
• Ensure clients attend all groups and therapy sessions as scheduled
• Lead clients in organized activities and support clients with learning independent living skills
• Administer drug and alcohol screenings to clients as needed
• Assist clients with self administration of prescribed medication as needed
• Enforce and monitor cell phone usage, visitation hours, and adherence to program schedule
• Transport to and attend offsite activities such as meetings, appointments and recreational outings
• Provide effective crisis intervention as needed
• Complete all program documentation, shift/crossover reports, incident reports and other forms according to company policies
• Ensure the facility is clean, safe and in compliance at all times
• Other duties as assigned by the leadership team

Qualifications:

• Current registration with CCAPP required. (RADT, etc.)
• At least 21 years of age.
• High School graduate or equivalent. Coursework in counseling, psychology, or social work a plus
• One year experience working directly with clients in a residential addiction treatment setting.
• Knowledge of and belief in the principles of client centered treatment.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and as a team player while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record and personal automobile insurance.

Benefits:

Regular employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible for:

• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance.
• Reimbursement for licensing fees
• Education assistance
• Employee referral bonus
• Healthcare Flexible spending account with $250 company contribution for Full time employees
• Paid vacation, sick leave, 6 paid holidays, jury duty pay
• Direct deposit and same-day pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% dollar for dollar match to employees who work a minimum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year.

Renewal Health Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pre-Employment Requirements

1. Hiring is contingent upon completion of a Background Check, TB test, and clearance on a drug screen and pre-employment physical. Current First Aid and CPR certification or willing to obtain upon hire.