Part-Time Overnight House Counselor (21 hours per week)

Samaritan Daytop Village•Ellenville, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, the House Counselor monitors the therapeutic environment and program systems to support the security, safety, and efficient delivery of daily client services and activities. The position monitors and supports scheduled treatment services and activities, verifies that external appointments are scheduled and carfare is available, and helps ensure clients return safely and on time with feedback. The House Counselor coordinates program activities in collaboration with the Assistant Directors of Operations and Clinical and, where applicable, the Assistant Program Director, in support of Samaritan Daytop Village’s mission and goals. This is a part-time overnight position working 21 hours per week at $25.95 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Within 90 days of hire, obtain FDNY certification as a Fire Drill Conductor, Fire Guard, or Fire Safety Coordinator for Downstate Residential locations.
Willingness to obtain CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
Some work experience, whether paid employment or an internship, expressed interest in working with people with substance use or mental health needs, or lived experience.
Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHR.
Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Supervise and monitor the therapeutic environment, behavioral guidelines, therapeutic milieu, and positive interpersonal relationships.
Manage the daily program schedule and ensure scheduled events occur with the appropriate participants.
Monitor the facility for cleanliness, security, and safety, and conduct mandated fire drills or evacuations as needed.
Administer breathalyzer tests and observe urine or oral specimen collection when needed.
Manage medication check-in and directly observe clients during medication pass to support adherence to prescribed regimens.
Conduct facility and safety rounds and room checks to assess for alcohol or drug use and unsafe conditions.
Conduct physical searches of clients as outlined by policy, including searches of bags, clothing, and persons; searches may use handheld metal detectors.
Under management direction, search rooms and personal property to maintain a safe environment.
Review scheduled client appointments for assigned shifts and ensure trips are dispatched promptly.
Dispatch vehicles and ensure required agency paperwork is complete and accurate.
Distribute carfare for external appointments and review appointment escort selections for appropriateness.
Coordinate daily client attendance reporting in accordance with DSS/HRA protocols and agency policy.
Comply with 42 CFR confidentiality requirements and HIPAA privacy and security regulations.
When Food Service Staff are absent, monitor the kitchen and food preparation for compliance with Board of Health requirements.