Clinical Aide

Job Title: Clinical Aide
Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Department: Clinical Services
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: 7:30am - 4:00pm 

About Us: The Arc of Central Alabama is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our mission is to provide comprehensive support and services that help individuals live their most independent and fulfilling lives.

Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated Clinical Aide to join our team in Oneonta, Alabama. The Clinical Aide will be responsible for scheduling, transporting, and completing follow-up documentation related to medical and dental appointments for the individuals we serve. This role ensures a safe environment during transport and appointments and requires excellent organizational and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Appointment Management: Schedule, transport, and complete follow-up documentation related to medical and dental appointments for people served.
• Assistance During Examinations: Assist individuals during medical examinations and inform medical workers of the individual's needs and concerns.
• Communication: Communicate with supervisors concerning the outcomes of doctor’s office visits and procedures.
• Safety: Maintain a safe environment for individuals during transport and medical appointments.
• Record Keeping: Maintain records of spending related to individuals served.
• Additional Duties: Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education: Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Certification: Current CNA certification preferred.
• Experience: Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities preferred. An equivalent combination of experience and training is acceptable.
• Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, well-organized.
• Requirements: Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license; must be insurable by the agency’s insurance. Ability to pass pre-employment screening.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, walking, hand dexterity, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and speaking and listening both near and long distances.
• Must have vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
• Occasional sitting required.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving more than 100 pounds.

Join Us: If you are compassionate, organized, and dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals with IDD, we encourage you to apply for the Clinical Aide position. Apply today to become part of a team committed to providing exceptional care and support.