Residential Care Facility Cook jobs in North Carolina

Future Leaders Residential Treatment Facility is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our team as a Residential Health Treatment Specialist. In this role, you will play a crucial part in providing high-quality care and support to residents within our Healthcare treatment center. Clients will range from 8-17 years of age.

Responsibilities:
- Assist residents with daily activities, ensuring their physical and emotional well-being.
- Administer medications and treatments under guidance of licensed healthcare professionals
- Monitor and document residents progress, behaviors and any changes in health status
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement and follow through with individualized care plans.
- Foster a supportive and inclusive environment promoting a sense of community among residents
- Implement behavior management strategies to promote positive interactions and independence
- Provide companionship and engage in meaningful activities with residents
- Maintain a clean and organized living environment

- Respond promptly to emergencies or crisis situations, following established protocols.

- Communicate effectively with residents, their families, and interdisciplinary team members

- Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay informed about best practices in residential health treatment.

Qualifications:

- High School diploma or equivalent; additional relevant certifications or advance collegiate education in healthcare or social services is a plus
- Previous experience in residential treatment setting, teaching youth or similar environment preferred
- Ability to handle stressful situations with professionalism and maintain a demeanor
- Basic knowledge of medication administration and adherence to healthcare protocols and procedures
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Compassionate, patient and understanding demeanor
- Ability to adapt to changing situations and handle challenging behaviors

- Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening as required by regulatory standards

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and youth, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Healthcare setting:

• Assisted living facility
• Group home

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a reliable transportation?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Gastonia, NC 28054 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person