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S:US/Services for the Underserved Residential Aide in New York, New York
Provide direct crisis intervention to clients and prepares incident reports of such interventions Monitor client when they are taking their medication if necessary Inform staff of any prescriptions given to client that must be filled (especially 12am-8am and weekend shifts) Brief incoming shifts of status of the facility (which includes all clients in and out of facility) Give verbal and written warnings to clients and hand out appropriate consequences such as extra chores, removal of store and telephone privileges Inform treatment staff of any concerns via an entry in communication logbook or a note in treatment staff mailbox Make copies of forms to be utilize for store passes, cigarette distribution, meal checklists, etc. Serve as staff escort when necessary Partake in educational training to enhance skills related to job function Performs various other tasks and responsibilities (i.e. facilitate morning/evening focus group Participate in staff meetings as required Provide coverage in the cafeteria during meal times, monitor the client bed area and remove any unnecessary items in accordance with funder rules Coordinate and oversee morning/dispatches, petty cash (tokens, carfare, and lunch and dinner money) and escorts for clients as assigned Some Residential Aides will provide escorts for clients as assigned and needed based on drivers license status and eligibility. Driving eligibility is determined by SUS Driver Eligibility Policy. Hourly house/room rounds and recording of time and findings in communications logbook on all shifts Keep supervisor informed of all relevant information regarding the residents and the program