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Job Title


Supervisor-Patient Support


Company : Acadia Healthcare


Location : Indianapolis, IN


Created : 2025-12-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Description + Provide medical or therapeutic care, direct and indirect diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to patients, following the instructions of physicians or other health practitioners. + Coordinate the work and activities of assigned staff, including setting performance expectations in the day-to-day operations of the unit. + Provide guidance and direction to staff and encourage/build mutual trust, respect and cooperation among team members. + Assist patients with their daily living activities and administer basic health care or treatments. + Participate in therapeutic or recreational group. + Oversee admitting and discharging. + Monitor physical and emotional well-being of patients and report unusual behavior or physical ailments to appropriate staff. Prepare and maintain records of progress and services performed. + Observe and influence the behavior of the patients by communicating, interacting with them, teaching and counseling. + Encourage patients to participate in social, recreational, or other therapeutic activities that enhance interpersonal skills or develop social relationships and teach strategies to promote patient wellness and independence. + Lead or co-lead individual or group sessions as part of specific recreational or therapeutic procedures. + Collaborate with other staff in working with the population of the facility to treat, rehabilitate and return patients to the community. + May provide transportation for patients as needed. + Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. OTHER FUNCTIONS: + Perform other functions and tasks as assigned. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: + High School diploma or equivalent required. + Associate's or Bachelor's degree in human service field from an accredited college or university preferred. + Two or more yearsu2019 experience with the population of the facility in a patient support role required. + One or more yearsu2019 experience as a lead or previous supervisory experience required. LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: + CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). + First aid may be required based on state or facility. + May require a valid state driver's in facilities where transporting patients is an essential function. ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS: Minimum 21 years of age. For Resource Treatment Facility a bacheloru2019s degree in a human service field; Associate degree with a minimum of 2 years of related experience; High School Diploma with a minimum of 4 years of related experience. Must have and maintain a valid Indiana driver's license and maintain automobile insurance coverage. Qualifications Skills Preferred + Attention to Detail: Novice + Communication: Novice + Planning & Organizing: Novice + Safety Minded: Novice Behaviors Preferred + Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Preferred + Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Education Required + High School/GED or better Preferred + Bachelors or better Licenses & Certifications Required + Drivers License Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor.