Crisis or Residential Recovery Unit Associate (Ashland, KY)
Pathways complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, pregnancy status, victim status, marital status, member of the armed services or covered veteran status, or any other status that is protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy includes, but is not limited to: recruitment, employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, termination, compensation, benefits, layoffs, training, and social and recreational programs.
Hourly Rate: $12.50
Educational Requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Provide support to consumers and providers in the Crisis Residential Recovery Unit (CRRU) and Children’s Crisis Unit.
- Monitor consumer safety and assist with medication self-administration.
- Handle telephone contacts for the CRRU crisis line and Mobile Crisis services, including documenting crisis calls at the Ashland location.
- Ensure proper admission and discharge paperwork for consumers is completed accurately.
- Monitor vital signs and conduct bed checks.
- Assist in resolving immediate crisis situations or escalations in consumer needs.
- Complete 40 or more hours of crisis/ASAM training.
- Transport clients as needed for services.
Skills/Knowledge Required:
- Strong organizational skills.
- Knowledge and skills in coordinating client care and referrals in crisis settings.
- Ability to manage crisis situations effectively.
This is a full time position