Day Treatment Coordinator

Mountainside Treatment Center • Canaan, CT

2d • $17 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Day Treatment Coordinator supports clients throughout their treatment experience by providing day-to-day, non-clinical assistance and helping maintain a welcoming, safe, structured, and organized environment. The role facilitates groups and activities, supports client participation, and collaborates with clinical and operations teams to provide consistent care and service.

The position is based at the Canaan campus and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The coordinator also assists with client transportation, vehicle safety checks, documentation, and operational errands as needed.

Mountainside Treatment Center is a behavioral healthcare provider founded in 1998 that treats alcohol dependency and drug addiction. It is accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF. The organization strongly prefers employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including regularly scheduled boosters, and flu as recommended by the CDC. Mountainside is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to maintain professionalism and appropriate boundaries with clients.
• Ability to remain calm, dependable, and flexible in a fast-paced treatment environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

• Current CAC, CASAC, or CPRS certification, or actively working toward certification.
• At least one year of experience or knowledge in substance use disorder treatment, behavioral health, or a related setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to clients while maintaining a calm, welcoming, and professional environment.
• Assist clients with non-clinical needs and requests, including access to personal belongings and necessary items.
• Conduct property searches and routine room inspections according to established guidelines to help maintain a safe, structured environment.
• Promptly communicate behavioral concerns, safety issues, and other client-related concerns to PHP and Operations Leadership.
• Facilitate 12-Step support groups, life skills groups, and client outings.
• Encourage and support client participation in scheduled surveys and other program activities.
• Assist with the administration, processing, and documentation of urine toxicology (UTox) testing.
• Perform scheduled medication room responsibilities according to medication policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with team members across departments to provide clients with a consistent and supportive treatment experience.
• Transport clients safely as needed while following traffic laws, safety requirements, and vehicle procedures.
• Assist clients with entering and exiting vehicles and with luggage or personal belongings when needed.
• Conduct basic vehicle safety checks, including lights, brakes, horns, and windshield wipers, and report concerns.
• Complete required documentation, including accident reports when necessary.
• Assist with errands and operational needs, including picking up or delivering food, supplies, mail, and packages.
• Provide additional team support as needed to help maintain a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit package.
• Paid time off, which increases after one year with Mountainside.
• Paid holidays, including a Multicultural Holiday.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Free meals while working on the Canaan campus.
• Monthly $75 wellness reimbursement to encourage self-care and help prevent burnout and compassion fatigue.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED