Job Purpose
The Residential Care Aid (RCA) is responsible for the facilitation and delivery of care and treatment services to clients living in a residential setting. The RCA ensures a therapeutic, clean, and safe environment which is productive, meaningful, and provided in a manner that is appropriate for the client within the care/treatment setting.
Qualifications
Residential Care Facility settings:
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Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent
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Level I Medication Aid (LIMA) or Certified Nurses Aid (CNA) and in good standing in the state of Missouri preferred.
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Must have successfully completed or be willing to complete the Insulin Administration Training Program within 3 months of hire.
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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR) preferred.
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MO Class “E” Chauffeur’s license preferred.
Cooper Commons setting:
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Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent
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MO Class “E” Chauffeur’s license preferred.
Core Job Duties
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Monitor and assist the client and report any physical and/or emotional changes to the proper staff members.
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Monitor vital signs of client per requirement (RCF) and as necessary (Cooper Commons).
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Assist clients with activities of daily living, housekeeping, cleaning duties, and some meal preparations.
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Coordinate crisis intervention services, as needed.
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Serve as a positive role model through professional appearance, therapeutic communication, and respect for self and others.
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Provide and promote customer service for clients, employees, and visitors.
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Provide continuous supervision of clients to ensure compliance with schedules and services.
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Conduct room checks and make client counts.
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Observe and report changes in the client’s physical condition, skin conditions, and cognitive/emotional status to the Licensed Practical Nurse or Facility Manager.
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Orient new arrivals to activities, introduce them to other participants, explain facility rules, and encourage participation.
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Monitor and facilitate group activities in accordance with the program schedule using group material that engages clients.
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Complete required documentation within program guidelines.
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Assist the client in meeting goals and objectives in the treatment plan by using staff interventions outlined in the plan.
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Assist in the transportation of clients to and from scheduled activities.
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Observe, report, and record response(s) of the client’s to medications.
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Maintain an accurate account of controlled substances.
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Administer specified treatments and records.
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Assist with quality assurance programs and in training new staff
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Prepare, administer, and document medications by all routes in compliance with all State and Federal regulations.
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Obtain a wide range of information from physicians, caregivers, and nurses about client conditions, treatment plans, and suggested activities
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Staff will monitor program supplies and will inform the supervisory team/nurse when items need to be reordered.
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Adherence to all applicable evidence-based practice models.
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Demonstrate a working knowledge of diagnostic criteria sets for substance use and/or mental disorders.
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Orally communicate information effectively and accurately.
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Assure program operates within the constraints of the agency’s certification (CARF, DMH) standards and strategic plan related to clinical care.
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Abide by program and agency policies and procedures.
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Other job duties and special projects, as assigned.
