Patient Care Specialist I - Residential

Patient Care Specialist I - Residential

Job Category: Patient Care Specialists Requisition Number: PATIE022916

Posted: June 1, 2026

Full-Time On-site Martinsville, IN 46151, USA

Description

Patient Care Specialist I – Residential Full-Time | Martinsville, IN Schedule: Weekdays 7pm - 7am & Every Other Weekend

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

Join our team. Start saving lives today.

Qualifications

Education

Required: High School/GED or better.

Preferred: Associates or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required: Mandt, CPR, Drivers License

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