Program Assistant 9pm-9am Alternating Weekends

Fellowship House, Inc.•Birmingham, AL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Assistant will provide essential support within residential programs, focusing on client well-being and program operations. This role involves direct client interaction, medication supervision, and administrative duties. The position requires a supportive attitude towards individuals recovering from addictions and co-occurring disorders, with a commitment to ongoing professional development in understanding these challenges. A general knowledge of the bio-psychosocial effects of addiction is also necessary. The Program Assistant must be a team player, capable of coordinating client goals and program responsibilities with all staff. A valid Alabama Driver's license and a High School Diploma or GED are required.

Requirements

Supportive attitude toward individuals who are recovering from addictions and co-occurring disorders.
Understanding of the underlying problems these individuals face during the recovery process.
General knowledge of the bio-psychosocial effects of addiction/co-occurring disorder in the individual, family, and community.
Ability to work in a team-oriented program, coordinating client goals/needs and program operation responsibilities with all staff as a team.
Valid Alabama Driver's license.
High School Diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

Should continually increase understanding of recovery processes as part of ongoing professional development.
Should continually increase knowledge of the bio-psychosocial effects of addiction/co-occurring disorder as part of ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

Provide transportation.
Supervise medication protocols and policy.
Conduct ongoing alcohol/drug testing of clients.
Implement and reinforce program policies as a continuous part of group and individual client interactions.
Facilitate intake, transition, and support of clients in medium and low intensity residential programs.
Document all interactions and services as they occur, reporting to team leaders and other relevant staff.
Participate in all staff discussions relevant to client care.
Prepare, serve, and clean up after breakfast.
Conduct fire/life/safety room checks during the 11pm-7am shift.
Substitute for other program assistant shifts when needed.
Serve as a support staff liaison with the Case Management Supervisor regarding medication issues.
Perform relevant follow-up regarding medication room management tasks.