Awake Overnight Counselor - Part time, 16 hpw

Description

About Us:  East House is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to supporting individuals on their journey to recovery. We provide comprehensive services, including residential support, counseling, peer support and community outreach to empower individuals to overcome mental health and substance use disorders and lead fulfilling lives. Our mission is to foster a supportive environment that promotes healing and long-term recovery. 

As an Awake Overnight Counselor, you will play a vital role in maintaining the safety and well-being of clients in our chemical dependency community residence. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing overnight awake supervision to ensure the safety and security of clients.
• Monitoring and assisting clients with medication management, adhering to East House medication policies and procedures.
• Accurate documentation and maintenance of medication records.
• Conducting audits of medication logs as directed by your immediate supervisor.
• Regularly monitoring the environment to ensure security and safety, addressing any issues following unit procedures.
• Responding promptly to crises and emergencies in line with East House policies and procedures.
• Performing light housekeeping, cooking, and stocking of the kitchen as needed.
• Providing clerical support, such as making copies and setting up files or folders, as directed.
• Preparing and maintaining household supply inventory as instructed.
• Completing routine facility maintenance tasks, including exterior maintenance such as clearing pathways.
• Maintaining documentation in compliance with regulators, funders, and East House policies and procedures.
• Conducting chart audits as directed by your supervisor.

East House is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

East House is a proud RMAPI (Rochester-Monroe Anti-Poverty Initiative) Level Up Champion for our commitment to social justice and promoting economic mobility in our community.

Requirements

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a similar role preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and respond effectively to emergencies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work overnight shifts (Friday and Saturday, 11:15 PM to 7:15 AM).
• Familiarity with the NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) regulations is a plus.

Competencies

Alignment with East House Values

• Humanistic, Collaborative, Optimistic, Progressive, Integrity.
• Represents the organization professionally and aligns with its mission.
• Performs work with integrity and in compliance with established processes, procedures, and regulations.

Accountability

• Takes responsibility for all work activities and personal actions.
• Follows through on commitments; implements decisions that have been agreed upon.
• Maintains confidentiality with sensitive information. 
• Acknowledges and learns from mistakes without blaming others. 
• Recognizes the impact of one’s behavior on others. 
• Commitment to Belonging, Respect, and Building a Supportive Community
• Values and appreciates the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of every individual.
• Actively includes others in conversations and decision-making, fostering connections by learning about others' interests, and celebrating achievements to make individuals feel valued.
• Listening without judgment, communicating and interacting politely and civilly, and acknowledging others' contributions to show appreciation and build trust. 
• Offering help, encouraging collaboration, and creating safe spaces where everyone feels comfortable sharing ideas and concerns. 

Operational Efficiency, Feedback, Continuous Improvement

• Manages day-to-day operations efficiently.
• Focus on process improvements and optimization.
•  Provides and receives constructive feedback in a respectful manner and uses feedback to learn and improve both individually and as a team. 

Relationship Building/Collaboration

• Develops and maintains positive relationships based on trust, respect, and mutual support.
• Builds and leads high-performance teams and establishes high standards of performance and conduct for oneself and others.

Salary : $19 - $20