The Company
Alsana is an eating disorder recovery community with 9 centers nationwide plus our virtual program. We provide superior and committed care to help those on their journey to a healthy and successful recovery. From the Latin roots meaning “all” or “total health,” Alsana offers a new philosophy of care centered on our clients’ full well-being. We address the aspects of eating disorders that often go untreated in traditional recovery programs. Our culture creates a working environment of communication, collaboration, compassion, and integrity—all of which are necessary to craft unique treatment plans tailored to our clients’ needs and outcomes.
The Role
As a Direct Care Staff at Alsana, you will be an integral part of an inter-disciplinary mental health environment that supports our therapists, dietitians, and nurses in achieving their discipline specific treatment plans. You will perform all role responsibilities in the virtual space, utilizing a compliant, web-based platform and electronic medical record system.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Maintains each client’s physical and psychological safety at all times including assigned tasks, e.g. recording meals, documenting progress from group sessions, and following emergency protocols
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Completes accurate documentation of observations and notifies supervisor of any unusual findings, e.g. unexcused absences, concerning client behaviors, refusing meals, etc
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Documents patient progress per procedure
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Ensures that documentation accurately reflects all changes in client’s condition and notifies the nurse and interdisciplinary team members per program policy
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Provides one-on-one assistance to clients in crisis as directed by the nurse or therapist and the client’s plan of care
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Assists clients with nutritional and dietary/meal support as indicated by the facility’s nutritionist and interdisciplinary plan
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Leads meal groups and participates in eating meals with clients
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Leads/Co-leads and facilitates groups for Partial Hospital/Intensive Outpatient Clients. Participates in an evening and weekend group rotation
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Performs all other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related field required.
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One year of experience in the field of behavioral health
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Current valid Class E Driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
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L1MA certificate must be obtained within 30 days of employment
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Must have current CPR certification, preferably through the American Heart Association
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Knowledge regarding supervision of others
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Knowledge and competence regarding virtual delivery of therapeutic treatment
Rotating Schedule: Monday-Friday 11a-7p and 1p-9p (must reside in CA)
Are you ready to let your light shine?! Join the Alsana team today!
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