Recovery Support Aide I

Job Purpose

Recovery Support Aides' (RSA) are responsible for the facilitation and delivery of treatment services according to an established schedule of structured program activities. RSA’s shall ensure a therapeutic environment which is productive, meaningful, and is provided in a manner that is appropriate for the person(s)-served within the treatment setting.

Qualifications

RSA LEVEL I

• Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Must have strong interpersonal social skills; able to remain calm in emotionally charged settings;
• Possess, or ability to possess, a Missouri Class "E" Chauffeur's license;
• Meet the minimum requirements to be clinically privileged by FCC Behavioral Health.

RSA LEVEL II

• Meet the requirements of an RSA II as listed in the RSA Application, including 2000 hours (at least one (1) year) of applicable work experience.

RSA LEVEL III

• Meet the requirements of an RSA III as listed in the RSA Application, including Applicable Bachelor's Degree OR 4000 hours (at least two (2) years) of applicable work experience. Note: To move from one RSA level to another, an RSA application must be completed, signed, and approved.

Core Job Duties

• Monitor and facilitates group activities (educational and recreational) according to program schedules using a group facilitating format and group material that engages the person(s)-served.
• Provide continuous supervision of person(s)-served to ensure compliance with and report any physical and/or emotional changes to the proper staff members. Coordinate crisis intervention services, as needed.
• Monitor vital signs, urine analysis, self-administration of medication and search of person(s)-served as required. Some sites require medication administration.
• Serve as a positive role model through professional appearance, therapeutic communication and respect for self and others.
• Assist in identifying and assessing strengths and needs of person(s)-served.
• Assist in the transportation of person(s)-served to and from scheduled activities, as needed.
• Monitor and maintain facilities and storage areas for cleanliness and the working condition of equipment; cleans, adjusts and moves items to proper areas.
• Adherence to all applicable evidence-based practice models.
• Must be capable of accurately recording and communicating information verbally and in writing.
• Assure program operates within the constraints of the agency’s certification (CARF, DMH) standards and strategic plan related to clinical care.
• Abide by program and agency policies and procedures.
• Other job duties and special projects as assigned.