Residential Care Facility Cook jobs in Silver Spring, MD

The Orenda Center of Wellness is excited to announce its newest residential substance abuse treatment facility that will be exclusively for men located in Buckeystown, Maryland.  We are a fun energetic company doing our part in the battle against addiction and mental health stigma, by offering the highest standard of individualized treatment in a loving and therapeutic environment at all of our facilities. In addition to substance abuse treatment, we also offer co-occurring mental health services by licensed clinical therapist to all of men while in our residential care. 

The Men's Inpatient Services Direct Care Department is currently seeking qualified candidates to join the team as a direct care coordinator (DCC). The DCC will work with the clinical and direct the care teams to provide support and service to residents throughout their treatment process at our facility. As a DCC you will be responsible for facilitating and monitoring day to day functions such as recognizing and assisting with client needs, supporting, monitoring, and/or facilitating daily requirements, building a strong rapport of trust and respect with all residents as well as completing medical facility and/or household housekeeping tasks related to the client's care.  Active engagement with the clients as well as being able to respond quickly and professionally in any and/or all situations will be indispensable. 

Positions Available for Immediate employment start date: 

Second Shift:  Evenings 

PRN - On Call available

Third Shift:  Overnight 

PRN - On Call available

-PRN Weekends & Evenings - On Call / Fill in Shifts

Job Responsibilities:

• Assisting clients with developing daily living, socialization, and life skills
• Facilitating therapeutic and goal-oriented activities
• Monitoring clients and documenting progress along with shift reports within EMR chart systems
• Communicating client concerns to assigned staff members
• Transporting clients to scheduled appointments and locations in company vehicle
• Advocating for clients and their needs

Job Requirements & Minimum Skills:

• GED or high school diploma 
• Clean driving record - able to provide current MVA report 
• Not currently on probation or parole 
• Not enrolled in any treatment or sober living facilities for the past 90 days  
• Insurable on company insurance - must provide proof of active current auto coverage policy 
• Ability to pass a background check
• Ability to pass a drug screen  
  
• Able to work full 8 to 10 hour shifts properly masked 
• Flexibility with hours and workload responsibilities 
• Ability to follow pre-set schedules and have good time management skills
• Ability to work as a team player
• Passion for helping others
• Basic computer skills and professional phone skills
  
• CPR/First Aid Certified 

Qualifications Preferred:

• knowledge of addiction behavior, addiction treatment, basic healthcare, and mental health conditions.
• Experience working in dual diagnosis, mental health and/or substance abuse fields 
• Experience in EMR and medical record systems

Position Offering: 

• competitive starting hourly rate ---- $16.00 per hour
• company paid life insurance (FT only)
• 50% cost sharing on medical, dental and vision coverage (FT only)
  
• Time & Half for hours worked on company recognized holidays (7)
• 3 Weeks - PTO per year with included sick & safe leave hours (FT)
• 1 Week - PTO per year with included sick & safe leave hours (PT)
• 24 annual paid hours for all required trainings
• Teladoc and whole life services discount program -- Company Paid
• EAP Program 

Pay Rate Starting @ $16.00 per hour

Immediate start available for PRN & Weekend options 

Please apply below using the link and completing the requesting informational pre-screenings 

For further information or question please feel free to contact us directly at HR@theorendacenter.com