Community Living Staff 2 (CLS 2)

DePaul•Town of West Seneca, NY

1d•$21 - $22

About The Position

Ebenezer Square, a DePaul Community Residence-Single Room Occupancy (CR-SRO) Program, is hiring a Community Living Staff 2 to work as an effective member of the team. The role assists each resident in carrying out service plan goals and objectives through a person-centered approach. The pay rate is $21.25–$21.55 per hour. The position provides teaching, monitoring, recovery-oriented support, medication-related assistance, documentation, resident communication, and support with daily program operations. Staff help residents maintain their rooms, participate in recreational activities, and safely access transportation when needed. The role also requires respect for resident confidentiality and participation in team meetings and trainings. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 11:00 PM–7:30 AM. When filling in on the overnight shift, the employee completes rounds at least four times per shift and works with overnight security to support resident safety.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Verbal and written skills necessary to carry out services for the success of the program.
Valid New York State driver’s license that meets the agency’s clean driver record policy.
Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in a residential setting working with people in various stages of recovery from mental illness is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide teaching, monitoring, and recovery-oriented supports in accordance with OMH 595, including rehabilitative services such as self-advocacy, community integration, daily living skills, health services, medication management and training, parenting training, rehabilitative counseling, skill development, socialization, substance abuse services, and symptom management.
Assist the Medication Coordinator with supervising resident medications in accordance with physician’s orders, agency policy, and New York State Office of Mental Health regulations.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in resident medication records.
Communicate relevant information about residents’ mental and physical status to the Residential Services Coordinator, on-site Supervisor, or provider when needed.
Complete basic resident-file documentation concerning psychiatric or medical concerns, progress, and other significant information.
Complete daily tasks and assignments as directed, including preparing rooms for admissions, orienting new residents, and assisting with resident discharges and transfers.
When filling in on the overnight shift, complete at least four rounds per shift, monitor the program, intervene to settle potential resident problems or disputes, and update the daily census check if needed.
Work with overnight security to support resident safety, including observing the building and grounds, enforcing visitor hours, ensuring doors are locked at 9:00 PM, restricting unwanted visitors, and monitoring security cameras.
Share information with a supervisor or administrative staff about problems or concerns that occur during the shift.
Help residents maintain the upkeep of their personal rooms.
Coordinate and participate in residents’ recreational activities.
Maintain resident confidentiality and demonstrate a caring, positive attitude toward residents, staff, family members, guests, and service providers.
Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
Work as a member of the residential team and provide relevant input for treatment team meetings and Continued Stay Reviews.
Safely transport residents when needed.
Perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the program.