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Havenwyck Hospital Residential Care Specialist in Auburn Hills, Michigan

HAVENWYCK HOSPITAL (a UHS facility)

Havenwyck Hospital s a Joint Commission-accredited and licensed psychiatric hospital, overlooking Lake Galloway in Auburn Hills, Michigan. We specialize in providing comprehensive, compassionate behavioral health services to children, adolescents and adults.

It is the ultimate goal of our dedicated staff to build strength, confidence and knowledge within each patient, in hopes that they may continue learning and understanding their needs and practicing self-care for the rest of their lives.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The RCS performs routine residential care duties and selected non-professional services under the supervision of the Director of Residential Services, Program Manager and RCS Supervisor.  Duties include providing a safe and therapeutic

environment while p

roviding care to children/adolescents in a manner that considers safety, residents' rights and comfort.  The RCS con

tinuously observes the residents' behavior, mental status and activities, and reports this information to the appropriate clinical staff; a

ssists with activities of daily living and encourages independent behavior. Other typical duties are assisting with adm

issions, discharges and transfers and p

articipating in the implementation of the resident's individualized plan of care.  

Duties and responsibilities, to include; but are not limited to:

 

  • Follows instructions given by Program Director/RCS Supervisor as outlined in policies and procedure.
  • Provides care to child/adolescent (9-18) in a manner that considers safety, residents' rights, comfort, level of development, and the therapeutic environment.
  • Assists with admission, discharge, and transfer of residents.
  • Assists with resident trips outside the center transporting residents in hospital van, as needed.

*BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS: *

- - Challenging and rewarding work environment - Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off - Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries

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