Residential Recovery Sr. Counselor

Description

• Screens and assesses resident referrals for appropriateness of level of care and coordinates intake appointments.
• Maintains referral wait list.
• Completes new resident intake and orientation ensuring accuracy of documentation.
• Completes LOCADTR and OASAS Apps admissions and discharges.
• Provides supervision to Residential Recovery Counselors seeking credentialing.
• Provides individual counseling to a caseload of residents.
• Assists supervisor with house maintenance issues and coordination with vendors such as HVAC cable sanitation etc.
• Assist with staff scheduling.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new staff.
• Assist with appointments and transportation schedule.
• Monitor chore sheet and check for accuracy.
• Orient residents to the program local surroundings and community resources.
• Conduct urine drug screens and breathalyzer with residents according to protocol.
• Provide direct on-site supervision for up to 12 residents and oversee day-to-day functioning of the house.
• Be a leader in the absence of the house Residential Recovery Supervisor.
• Supports the resident in the acquisition of activities of daily living skills community living and work readiness skills.
• Hold/facilitate resident meetings to plan meals or outings assign chores and listen to feedback
• Report safety concerns at residence and follow-through to resolution.
• Respond to routine and/or emergency medical needs as required.
• Hold resident accountable to the core aspects of their recovery program.
• Discuss with Residential Recovery Supervisor and as necessary provide written notes regarding the response of the resident to community living and compliance with treatment plan.
• Track and attend mandatory trainings
• Assists the client in applying de-escalation problem solving and crisis resolution skills.
• Completes weekly written observational reports regarding attitudes behaviors and contributions to the house and involvement in the recovering community.
• Submit all billable records and program documentation in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Maintains consistent weekly contact with Residential Recovery Supervisor.
• Responsible for notifying the Supervisor of Residents late arrival or no return from curfew.
• Performs additional duties which help to ensure the quality of resident services provided.
• Monitor Family Visits and provides assistance to Residents as necessary.
• Provides assistance to residents concerning growth and sobriety issues.
• Assist with grocery shopping as directed by the Supervisor.
• Provide transportation with company vehicles for self-help employment doctor visits and any other approved locations by the Residential Recovery Supervisor.

• Member of the agencys safety committee.

• Fosters the mission of Access through commitment to quality facilitating and coordinating effective working relationships within the organization and with external partners and demonstrates respect and dignity to clients and staff.
• Is trustworthy in safeguarding confidential information.
• Adheres to Accesss Employee Handbook Confidentiality and all applicable policies and protocols.
• Ability to handle sensitive and challenging situations with tact and discretion.
• Ability to provide culturally-competent support.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to be supportive in a team effort.
• When applicable maintains current NYS license (s) and/or credentials.

• CASAC CASAC II CASAC ADVANCED or MASTER CASAC REQUIRED
• CASAC ADVANCED OR MASTER CASAC PREFERRED

• Must be capable to access all rooms in a 2-story home
• Able to work in open space floor plan
• Must be capable to move throughout work day
• Occasional lifting of > 25 pounds