Patient Care Specialist I - Residential

Patient Care Specialist I – Residential
Full-Time | Martinsville, IN

We offer competitive compensation, schedule flexibility, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive, mission‑driven organization.

As a Patient Care Specialist I – Residential (PCS I) at our Martinsville, Indiana location, you will be an active member of a multidisciplinary treatment team providing direct care and supervision to patients in a residential addiction recovery setting. This role focuses on maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment while promoting patient engagement and recovery.

Teammate Benefits

• 18 days Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 paid holidays


• Variable pay structure based on experience and education


• Defined career pathing through the Residential Aide Tier Program


• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP) – available at eligible facilities


• Access to over 600 free CEU courses


• Discounted tuition opportunities through Capella University


• Schedule flexibility to support work‑life balance


• Merit‑based increases recognizing performance and growth


• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Basic computer skills or willingness to learn Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word)


• Valid driver’s license in the state of employment


• CPR and MANDT certification (training provided and maintained as required)


• Ability to travel locally up to 20%, including patient transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• At least six (6) months of experience working in a behavioral healthcare or substance use treatment setting


• Basic knowledge of addiction and the recovery process

Responsibilities

• Support patient engagement by modeling positive behaviors, encouraging program participation, and applying motivational interviewing techniques


• Promote a trauma‑informed, recovery‑oriented environment through calm presence and respectful enforcement of program guidelines


• Support AMA prevention and early intervention by monitoring risk indicators and communicating concerns to the treatment team


• Assist with admissions by monitoring new patients for safety, conducting orientation, and completing required documentation


• Facilitate patient cellphone access in accordance with the Transitional Living Playbook


• Follow all safety, medical, and infection control protocols, including searches, drug screen observation, and heat treatments


• Search patient belongings for contraband and manage valuables in accordance with policy


• Maintain readiness to respond to medical and behavioral emergencies, including overdose response and Narcan administration


• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the EHR and facility records, including shift reports and incident documentation


• Facilitate or support patient activities and recovery support groups to encourage engagement


• Provide safe and compliant transportation for patients, maintaining accurate mileage and travel records


• Assist with store runs and community outings in accordance with established guidelines


• Maintain a clean, safe, and structured physical environment through routine facility and room inspections


• Perform duties in alignment with CARF standards to support accreditation readiness


• Maintain required training and certifications


• Perform other duties as assigned

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