Residential Attendant - Recovery Services

Merakey•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The Residential Attendant is a direct-care position supporting adults in a transitional housing environment who are in the early stages of recovery from chemical and alcohol dependency, co-occurring disorders, serious mental illness, and homelessness. The attendant helps ensure the safety of residents and the facility, supports adherence to the program schedule, and provides direct support to supportive service coordinators, program managers, and program directors. The role is part of Merakey’s Wellness Village program, an initiative developed in partnership with the City of Philadelphia. The program is described as beginning with 132 recovery beds. The position pays $17.87 per hour, with an additional $1 per hour for weekend work. The schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Effective communication skills.
At least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a residential or drug and alcohol treatment setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor residents’ behavior.
Maintain a safe, harassment-free atmosphere conducive to recovery.
Conduct building checks for cleanliness and safety, including all rooms.
Write incident reports, promptly report incidents to a supervisor or program manager, and follow Merakey policies and procedures.
Monitor residents while they take prescribed medication and report medication-monitoring issues to the immediate supervisor in accordance with Merakey’s incident-reporting policy.
Monitor assigned chores, if applicable, and ensure general inspections are completed properly.
Complete assigned training within mandated time frames.
Ensure nutritious meals are served during the shift, if applicable.
Follow local procedures while performing duties.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

DailyPay access to earned pay.
Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth employee contribution options.
Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through the Employee Assistance Program.
On the Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
Employee discounts and savings programs for entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning.
Gated parking with security.
Career growth opportunities.

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