Extended Care Coordinator (Temporary Full-Time)

Extended Care Coordinator (Temporary Full-Time)

Canaan, CT

About the Position:

The role of the Extended Care Coordinator is to provide a welcoming, supportive and structured community living experience which meets or exceeds client expectations for service during Extended Care.

Schedule:

Overnight Shift: Wednesday through Sunday, 12:00 am to 8:30 am.

Your Role:

• Comply with all federal, state and accreditation regulatory requirements.
• Take direction from designated Managers and to communicate in an effective and timely manner to same
• Address day-to-day non-therapeutic needs of clients while maintaining a calm, welcoming and professional demeanor and adherence to established standards for "Best in Class" service.
• Coordinate transportation for outside appointments, pickups and drop offs for new admissions, current clients and discharging clients as assigned. Provide transportation as needed
• Assist with administration and processing of UTOX testing samples
• Assist with morning wake-up and evening bed check of clients as necessary
• Provide assistance to other team members as necessary to ensure that clients experience an unsurpassed level of service by taking initiative to support the recovery process
• Must drive safely and without incident
• Follow relevant safety regulations and state laws governing vehicle operation and ensure that passengers follow safety regulations.
• Test vehicle equipment such as lights, brakes, horns or windshield wipers, to ensure proper operation.
• Performs safety checks of house and perimeter throughout the night
• Performs quality assurance checks of extended care residence
• Ensures house is properly stocked with supplies, linens, comforters etc.
• Reports defects in the physical property, submits requests for maintenance and repairs
• Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent - Required
• Valid Driver's License and Clean Driving Record - Required
• To perform this job successfully; an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation:

The base rate of pay for this position is $18.00 to $21.00 per hour. Actual pay is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.

Benefits:

• Paid Sick Time

About Mountainside:

Mountainside Treatment Center is a dynamic, fast-paced and growing recovery facility that values innovation and an obsession with providing Best in Class service to our Clients. Founded in 1998, we are a leading behavioral healthcare provider dedicated to treating alcohol dependency and drug addiction. Accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF for its high standards of care, Mountainside seeks out passionate and talented individuals to join its staff. We believe that every employee, regardless of position, plays a vital role in our success.

Here at Mountainside Treatment Center, we strongly prefer all employees to be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 (including regularly scheduled boosters) and the Flu as recommended by the CDC.

Mountainside is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.