Department for Persons with Disabilities
Residential Life Associate Women's Treatment (Part Time)
Department for Persons with Disabilities, Secaucus, New Jersey, us, 07094
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Residential Life Associate Women's Treatment (Part Time)
Are you passionate about making a difference in others' lives? Then come join the Straight and Narrow team! Headquartered in Paterson, NJ, Straight and Narrow is the largest program of its kind. We provide innovative and compassionate services to individuals struggling with substance use and co-occurring disorders. We are looking for dedicated, caring and compassionate people to work in our Residential/Outpatient Treatment Facilities and Community Programs. Residential Life Associate Part Time Schedule per week:
4:00pm - 12:00am (Saturday and Sunday) Location:
Paterson and Secaucus, NJ Responsibilities
Provide supervision, support and direction to residential addiction treatment clients, while maintaining a safe, disciplined and caring environment on the unit and in all other venues in which clients are present. Provide direct supervision and support to clients on unit. Maintain high visibility in client areas to provide structure and supervision. Assist/supervise clients in maintaining the safety and cleanliness of the facility. Assist clients in attaining internal structure by strictly following established schedule. Know the names of all clients on the unit and their room assignments. Introduce self to all new clients on their first day on the unit and inform them of your role on the unit and the times you will be present. Complete rounds of unit every 30 minutes and ensure that all clients are accounted for. Ensure a one staff per 24 clients ratio during waking hours and one staff per 30 during sleeping hours, and two staff members at all times. Have thorough knowledge of the contents of the Clients’ Handbook. Conduct searches of client’s person and rooms as per procedure for client searches and room searches. Follow Policy & Procedure for any client on shift who is discharged, voluntarily leaves the program prematurely, or is removed from the agency by the authorities. Collect and secure belongings of any client who leaves the program. Collect clients’ urine samples for testing in accordance with Policy & Procedure. Escort and monitor clients between Straight & Narrow units and/or facilities as required. Transport, escort and monitor clients on appointments outside the agency as assigned. Supervise in-house client visits when assigned. Ensure all documentation is included in the client’s physical chart or Electronic Health Record (EHR). Know agency Policy and Procedures related to the job. Complete all required annual trainings. Maintain CPR and First Aid Certification active. Schedule Personal Time Off (PTO) in advance, at least 30 days via the Paylocity system. Ensure all client areas and common areas are cleaned and organized at all times; assist with housekeeping duties when applicable. Provide clients with approved non-prescription medication when requested in accordance with Policy & Procedure for non-prescription medication kept on the units. Complete the Detox Training and Naltrexone training within 60 days. Documentation and Communication: Report significant events or movements to the On-Site Supervisor; leave messages regarding events for other staff via voice mail. Document major incidents on Shift Report (including behavioral incidents, medical emergencies, reportable events, positive urines, or other suspicion/proof of drug or alcohol use, and changes in clients’ scheduled activities). Complete Incident Reports for any unusual occurrences and submit to appropriate supervisors. Follow all Electronic Health Records (EHR) policies. Clinical Support: Provide crisis counseling as necessary or make an appropriate referral to SN counselor by calling or emailing, and provide groups and didactics to clients if assigned. Qualifications
30 CADC Credits/Recovery Specialist or High School Diploma with one (1) year relevant experience in Addiction and Mental Health. CPR/First Aid certification or the ability to obtain certification within 30 days from date of hire. Valid driver’s license and a clear driving record. Good computer skills. Benefits
For full time positions, we offer medical, vision, dental, life and supplemental life insurance, accidental and critical illness insurance, 403B with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), in-house training seminars, two training days for certified professionals. SN also offers supervision for those pursuing licensure in NJ as a LCADC/CADC, LSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC and LMFT. We participate in employee discount programs such as the Working Advantage program.
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Are you passionate about making a difference in others' lives? Then come join the Straight and Narrow team! Headquartered in Paterson, NJ, Straight and Narrow is the largest program of its kind. We provide innovative and compassionate services to individuals struggling with substance use and co-occurring disorders. We are looking for dedicated, caring and compassionate people to work in our Residential/Outpatient Treatment Facilities and Community Programs. Residential Life Associate Part Time Schedule per week:
4:00pm - 12:00am (Saturday and Sunday) Location:
Paterson and Secaucus, NJ Responsibilities
Provide supervision, support and direction to residential addiction treatment clients, while maintaining a safe, disciplined and caring environment on the unit and in all other venues in which clients are present. Provide direct supervision and support to clients on unit. Maintain high visibility in client areas to provide structure and supervision. Assist/supervise clients in maintaining the safety and cleanliness of the facility. Assist clients in attaining internal structure by strictly following established schedule. Know the names of all clients on the unit and their room assignments. Introduce self to all new clients on their first day on the unit and inform them of your role on the unit and the times you will be present. Complete rounds of unit every 30 minutes and ensure that all clients are accounted for. Ensure a one staff per 24 clients ratio during waking hours and one staff per 30 during sleeping hours, and two staff members at all times. Have thorough knowledge of the contents of the Clients’ Handbook. Conduct searches of client’s person and rooms as per procedure for client searches and room searches. Follow Policy & Procedure for any client on shift who is discharged, voluntarily leaves the program prematurely, or is removed from the agency by the authorities. Collect and secure belongings of any client who leaves the program. Collect clients’ urine samples for testing in accordance with Policy & Procedure. Escort and monitor clients between Straight & Narrow units and/or facilities as required. Transport, escort and monitor clients on appointments outside the agency as assigned. Supervise in-house client visits when assigned. Ensure all documentation is included in the client’s physical chart or Electronic Health Record (EHR). Know agency Policy and Procedures related to the job. Complete all required annual trainings. Maintain CPR and First Aid Certification active. Schedule Personal Time Off (PTO) in advance, at least 30 days via the Paylocity system. Ensure all client areas and common areas are cleaned and organized at all times; assist with housekeeping duties when applicable. Provide clients with approved non-prescription medication when requested in accordance with Policy & Procedure for non-prescription medication kept on the units. Complete the Detox Training and Naltrexone training within 60 days. Documentation and Communication: Report significant events or movements to the On-Site Supervisor; leave messages regarding events for other staff via voice mail. Document major incidents on Shift Report (including behavioral incidents, medical emergencies, reportable events, positive urines, or other suspicion/proof of drug or alcohol use, and changes in clients’ scheduled activities). Complete Incident Reports for any unusual occurrences and submit to appropriate supervisors. Follow all Electronic Health Records (EHR) policies. Clinical Support: Provide crisis counseling as necessary or make an appropriate referral to SN counselor by calling or emailing, and provide groups and didactics to clients if assigned. Qualifications
30 CADC Credits/Recovery Specialist or High School Diploma with one (1) year relevant experience in Addiction and Mental Health. CPR/First Aid certification or the ability to obtain certification within 30 days from date of hire. Valid driver’s license and a clear driving record. Good computer skills. Benefits
For full time positions, we offer medical, vision, dental, life and supplemental life insurance, accidental and critical illness insurance, 403B with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), in-house training seminars, two training days for certified professionals. SN also offers supervision for those pursuing licensure in NJ as a LCADC/CADC, LSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC and LMFT. We participate in employee discount programs such as the Working Advantage program.
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