Extended Care Associate Part-Time

About the role

We are seeking a Part Time Extended Care Associate to join our Men's Extended Care (MEC) team at Ashley’s private residential location based near Aberdeen, MD.

Responsibilities

• Takes accurate attendance and tracks patient participation at scheduled activities.
• Familiar with patient schedules for all programs.
• Performs scheduled rounds of the Men's House.
• Transports patients to and from our main campus in Havre de Grace, MD using Ashley's vans and shuttles.
• Effectively addresses behavioral issues, documenting concerns in shift reports.
• Communicates important psychiatric and behavioral information to care teams.
• Facilitates and documents clinical groups and interventions as needed.
• Aids with AV equipment, documentation, and strategic department meetings.
• Participates in Crisis Prevention and clinical training sessions.
• Operates patient transport and practices proper radio etiquette.
• Follows standard operating procedures and department policies.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team functions and ongoing education for clinical roles.
• Maintains safety, security procedures, and supports in emergency drills.
• Operates patient transport and practices proper radio etiquette.
• Follows standard operating procedures and department policies.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team functions and ongoing education for clinical roles.
• Maintains safety, security procedures, and supports in emergency drills.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required; Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services preferred.
• A valid driver’s license with clean driving record required.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Prior experience working in SUD or behavioral health setting preferred.
• Recovery Coach and/or CPRS certification preferred.
• Crisis Intervention/de-escalation training/experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain calm within the patient community during any emergency or drill.
• Working knowledge and acceptance of multiple pathways to recovery (12-step, Peer Recovery, SMART, etc.).
• Demonstrates current, accurate knowledge of trends and issues related to recovery and wellness.
• Ability to sets clear boundaries with patients.
• Speaks and acts in an ethical manner.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services preferred.
• A valid driver’s license with clean driving record required.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Prior experience working in SUD or behavioral health setting preferred.
• Recovery Coach and/or CPRS certification preferred.
• Crisis Intervention/de-escalation training/experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain calm within the patient community during any emergency or drill.
• Working knowledge and acceptance of multiple pathways to recovery (12-step, Peer Recovery, SMART, etc.).
• Demonstrates current, accurate knowledge of trends and issues related to recovery and wellness.
• Ability to sets clear boundaries with patients.
• Speaks and acts in an ethical manner.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Skills

• Compassionate and patient-focused.
• Driven and passionate about performance.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of standard operating procedures and department policies.

Benefits

• Total Rewards & Perks: Generous PTO policy, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance, 401(k) with Company Match, FSA eligibility, Life Insurance, EAP, and more.

Pay

Compensation details are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Schedule details are not specified in the job posting.