Recovery Support Professional - Full Time Evening Shift

Gaudenzia, Inc.•Swatara Township, PA

About The Position

The Recovery Support Professional supports clients in a residential substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment program. The role includes overseeing client admissions, movement, activities, safety, and daily routines; documenting client status and incidents; and helping maintain a secure, clean, and well-functioning facility. The position may also involve transporting or assisting clients to appointments and supervising medication-taking when appropriate. This is a full-time evening-shift position with weekend and holiday rotation. The program operates 24/7, and employees must be flexible as scheduling and staffing needs may change. Compensation is $15.83 per hour. Gaudenzia offers competitive pay, benefits, on-the-job training, upward mobility, and educational assistance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; no substitutions for education and training.
Possess a valid driver's license in good standing for at least three years; license status must be valid and not suspended.
No more than two moving violations or reportable accidents within the past three years.
No DUI or accidents with fatalities within the past five years.
Flexibility in availability as scheduling and staffing needs may change; ability to work various shifts.
Ability to interact effectively with clients and help them adjust to their specific problems.
Basic knowledge of substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with staff, other agencies, and the public.
Ability to work successfully with people from various cultures and backgrounds.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Valid driver's license and clean driving record preferred.
Successful completion of a residential treatment program may substitute for residential services experience on a month-for-month basis.

Responsibilities

Screen and process new admissions; take hourly head counts and document runs and client movement in the communication log.
Screen clients’ personal belongings upon entry, monitor movement in and out of the facility, account for client whereabouts, and maintain the sign-out book.
Coordinate in-house activities according to the program schedule, including chores, breaks, exercise, leisure time, and visitations.
Maintain an accurate daily census, know where clients are on the floor, and report infractions and incidents to appropriate staff.
Conduct client orientation sessions, seminars, and morning meetings as directed.
Transport or assist clients traveling to and from medical or other appointments as needed.
Conduct and document room searches and perform random client searches as directed by the program supervisor.
Deny access to unauthorized persons.
Supervise clients taking their medications where appropriate.
Perform regular room checks to ensure clients are on floors or in rooms according to the program schedule.
Follow protocol for reporting unauthorized absences.
Monitor urinalysis and drug screening and breathalyzers as instructed by the supervisor on duty.
Monitor daily program activities, meals, and medication lines.
Tour the facility at regular intervals to check building security and identify fire or safety hazards in accordance with program and regulatory policies.
Conduct fire drills and safety checks, including checks of fire extinguishers, first aid kits, and Narcan availability.
Keep vehicles clean and complete weekly vehicle inspections.
Maintain facility cleanliness and safety by inspecting sanitation procedures, pest control, and storage of supplies and client belongings, and submit work orders for needed repairs.
Perform property maintenance related to inclement weather, including shoveling, salting, and de-icing walkways and vehicles, as directed.
Complete written reports, documentation, and electronic incident reports as required.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or designee.