RESIDENTIAL SAFETY ASSOCIATE

Residential Safety Associate

Under general supervision, provides a safe, therapeutic environment for the residents through medication management, recreation and facility management in addition to other residential activities for clients. Maintains confidentiality and ethical standards as identified by the NYS OASAS and other relevant governing bodies. Effectively supports ongoing and collaborative communication amongst all program staff and is responsible for ensuring a trauma informed care environment.

• Monitors residents to assure a safe therapeutic environment.
• Conducts personal and property searches per policy of all clients that are re-entering the facility from being outside the building(this includes activities outside the building even if staff were present for the activity)
• Monitors and conducts full search procedure which may include having client change into scrubs and searching clothing that was worn at the time of leaving building.
• Conducts room and personal belonging searches to ensure the safety of the environment and program participants.
• Makes hourly visual contact with residents and documents in client observation record Assists in discharge planning to assure a safe transition whether planned and unplanned.
• Conducts personal and property searches per policy of all clients that are re-entering the facility from being outside the building
• Consults Clinical Manager if there are any clinical concerns with the client
• Debriefs relevant information to incoming employees during shift exchange; conducts visible rounds to ensure all residents are accounted for and environment is safe at beginning and end of each shift
• Carries out emergency procedures to assure safety of residents and staff when required.
• Notifies Residence Manager of any emergency situations immediately.
• Completes and maintains all necessary documentation in compliance with the agency and appropriate regulatory standards.
• Completes incident reports, documenting any unusual incidents or situations as needed.
• Participates in relevant Agency meetings and/or trainings
• Actively pursues development of professional competencies related to job role performance through reading, supervision, in-service training and attendance at conferences and workshops.
• Awareness and active support of the Agency's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan. Including, but not limited to, supporting the Agency's Core Competency initiatives of being Collaborative and Community Focused, Innovative and Entrepreneurial, and Culturally Competent and Diverse
• Other duties as assigned

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees are required to follow appropriate supervisory direction and perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education:

Minimum of High School Diploma or GED required. Associates Degree in Human Services or related field preferred.

Credentials:

Valid and clean NYS Driver's License. Recovery peer advocate training preferred.

Experience:

Experience working with substance use disorder clients and/or mental health services preferred.

Bilingual in Spanish is also preferred.

Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Physical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands/work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type and/or perform light lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Compliance: Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with CCFCS's corporate compliance & ethics program. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check. CCDOR considers all background check information in accordance with applicable law.

Top Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan
• Generous time off package and work-life balance
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative environment
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives

Join us and help make a positive impact on our community! ***Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet