Health Service Specialist

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Position Purpose: Directly supervise clients being treated in the Health Center and other units as needed. Provide continuity of program services in an ethical, legal and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. Participate as a team member in the delivery of addictions treatment services to clients and their families and to facilitate the issues of recovery into their daily living situations.

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum CNA, CMA or EMT certification or greater or currently in enrolled in program for RN or LPN
• CPR/BLS and First Aid training complete within three months
• Skilled in behavioral management techniques
• Ability to lead discussion and educational presentations
• Valid Illinois driver’s license

Essential Responsibilities:

• Work hours prescribed by the supervisor and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned. Overtime may be required.
• Work as a member of the Health Center milieu treatment team.
• Supervise and manage the behavior of the clients and provide appropriate behavioral interventions to maintain a therapeutic milieu.
• Facilitate therapy and psychoeducation group sessions.
• Coordinate, supervise and implement client activities.
• Directly observe clients every 15 minutes or shorter intervals if directed.
• Transport clients as required.
• Perform cleaning/housekeeping/laundry tasks as assigned.
• Oversee and maintain the neatness/cleanliness of the unit and the proper use of the equipment and supplies and to inform the proper person when supplies or repairs are indicated.
• Assist with client admissions.
• Completely and accurately enter all required client information into the computerized entry system at the time of client admission; have nurse on duty review forms for accuracy; print forms to be put in the client chart
• Assist with verification of admissions medications at admission with client’s physician or pharmacy.
• Assist with collecting client health history and report to nurse.
• Assist in client orientation to the unit.
• Perform cursory body checks for contraband.
• Assist with the medical care of clients
• Assist with vital signs assessments and communication of health information to nurses.
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• Assist with withdrawal screens as directed by the nurse.
• Transcribe orders.
• Perform CLIA waived testing such as glucose monitoring, urine drug screens, and covid 19 testing.
• Assist in observation of medication self-administration by clients. Monitor and document client’s response to medication and report any notable response immediately.
• Act as an advocate for all clients and report all physical/psychological concerns to the medical and clinical staff.
• Schedule client follow up medical appointments and coordinate transportation if necessary to outside providers.
• Work as a member of the RHC treatment team.
• Attend all scheduled meetings of staff, such as treatment plan reviews, shift meetings or appropriate committee meetings as designated.
• Read all logs and obtain pertinent information from staff of previous shifts, counselors, staff, etc.
• Record daily all pertinent information based on observations and involvement with the group and to communicate this information to other staff.
• Understand and comply with all principles established by the Rosecrance Corporate Compliance Program and Code of conduct.
• Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
• Serve as a role model for other staff, clients and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance.
• Assume other related responsibilities as assigned by management.

Schedule: 8-hour shifts

• Shift: Sun-Thurs 7:00am-3:30pm

Pay: Based on education, experience and credentials

• Starting Pay:
  • $18.93/hr. – HS/GED

Shift differentials: Additional pay based on regularly scheduled shift hours

• Second shift (majority of hours between 3pm and 11pm): $.25/hr.
• Third shift (majority of hours between 10pm and 7am): $.50/hr.

Work Location: Rosecrance Harrison– Rockford, IL

Benefits: Rosecrance values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Salary based on education, experience, and credentials