Job Description

ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT CARING FOR PEOPLE? DO YOU POSSESS PATIENCE AND UNDERSTANDING TOWARDS THOSE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS? IF YOU CARRY THESE QUALITIES, THIS ROLE MAY BE FOR YOU!

ACI Federal™ is an award winning joint commission certified company that focuses on securing Information Technology, Healthcare, and National Security talent. Team ACI Federal™ has maintained a 98% Client Satisfaction in Program Management, Cost Effectiveness, and Quality of Work – “Open Ratings 2020.”

ACI Federal is currently seeking a Direct Service Associate to assist individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities within a hospital setting. You will work under the supervision of a licensed healthcare professional and help patients meet their daily goals and build a fulfilling life through interactive activities and attentive monitoring. As a Direct Service Associate, we expect you to have compassion and strong interpersonal skills that will aid you in communicating, assisting with routine, and all around creating a safe and trusting environment for the many patients you will encounter. Furthermore, we expect you to be good-natured towards others and have effective problem-solving skills.

JOB TYPE: Temporary (Full-Time Hours)

PAY: $18.00 per hour

SHIFT: 2nd (3PM-11PM), and 3rd (11PM-7AM) some holidays, some weekends, may work overtime possible 12 hour shifts

DURATION: 13 week assignments (possible extension)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Encourage individuals' participation in daily life (e.g. grooming, hygiene, dressing, eating, home maintenance, personal care and preparing meals)
• Facilitate individuals' participation in leisure (e.g. relaxation, entertainment and personal interests)
• Provide medical assistance (e.g., vital signs check, preserves medications)
• Ensure safety of the patient and others (e.g. assist with transfers to safety, use of devices)
• Support individuals' development of independent living skills (teach care providers about each individual's support needs)
• Provide emotional support and participate in activities to prevent behavioral complications
• Maintain daily logs to record details for reporting and communicate with staff regarding issues
• Provide basic services that differ according to the individual's specific needs and preferences
• Assist with community outings

QUALIFICATIONS:

• MUST BE WITHIN A 60 MI RADIUS OF WILLIAMSBURG, VA 
• A high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license (REQUIRED)
• At least 6+ months of Behavioral Health/Mental Health Field experience (REQUIRED)
• Must pass a drug screening and background check (REQUIRED)
• Must be COVID vaccinated or have medical or religious vaccination accommodation form (REQUIRED)
• Specialized training in management of aggressive mental health behavior (REQUIRED)
• Experience working directly with adult patients with challenging mental health and behavioral issues in a public, residential, psychiatric hospital, long term care facility, group home or forensic direct care (STRONGLY PREFERRED)
• Previous psychology studies, behavioral health certifications, or CNA experience (STRONGLY PREFERRED)

BENEFITS: 3 Weeks Paid Training!

ACI FEDERAL IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY OR PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS, OR ANY OTHER LEGALLY PROTECTED BASIS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW.

Company Description

ACI Federal is an award-winning, ISO 9001:2008 and ISO/IEC 27001:2013, and JCA Healthcare Staffing certified government contractor focused on Healthcare, National Security, and IT solutions. ACI Federal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.