Overnight Per Diem Counselor w/CASAC Hours

Job Description Job Description RISE Housing and Support Services has an opportunity for a per diem worker at one of our community residences in Ballston Spa . The perfect candidate will have an interest in the human services field, the availibility to work evening, weekend, or overnight hours, and the empathy and positivity to be a supportive presence for our residents while they work to overcome the life challenges their substance use diagnoses has presented.
RISE offers a starting Per Diem Counselor:
A rate of $19 per hour to $25 per hour based on credentials and experience
$250 bonus after 6 months of employment
Available shifts to fit any schedule, including evenings, nights, and weekends
An opportunity to gain experience in a human services field in a growing organization that likes to promote from within
A great place to earn hours toward a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) designation.
Overview of Job Responsibilities:
Acclimating residents to the structure of the program
Supervising residents’ daily living activities and house management to maintain a clean, safe, and supportive environment
Modeling positive and appropriate behaviors for residents
To qualify you must have:
An interest in human services and the dedication to learn
An ability to operate independently, think on your feet, and follow your training
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong interpersonal boundaries
Our shared belief system in areas such as compassion, respect, dedication, and inclusion
Successful completion of RISE background checks, a valid driver’s license and a driving history acceptable to the RISE automobile policy.
To start earning some extra money while learning about human services at our growing non-profit, send us your resume.
RISE Housing and Support Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company Description RISE Housing and Support Services is a human service agency that has been serving people in Saratoga and the surrounding counties since 1978. RISE programs provide safe, healthy housing and support services to people with mental health concerns, substance use, and other life challenges.

Our Mission
Our mission at RISE Housing and Support Services is to help people living with mental health, substance use, and other life challenges to remain safe and healthy in the community through housing and supportive services.

Our Vision
RISE will serve as a catalyst, leader, and partner in meeting the housing and recovery needs of our community. Our knowledgeable and resourceful staff and board members will educate the community to reduce the stigma associated with mental health diagnoses, substance use, and other life challenges.

Our Values
We are compassionate. We focus on the inherent value and uniqueness of each individual we serve.

We are respectful. We listen with respect to understand the needs of the people we serve and respond with dignity and kindness.

We are dedicated. We work together as a team to seek solutions and live our values consistently while holding one another accountable.

We are progressive. We seek and employ socially responsive service models to address substance use and mental health concerns in our community.

We Treat People with
Esteem We believe housing is healthcare and a basic human right. We believe that when individuals have healthy, safe housing, they have the stability and security to achieve greater personal wellness.

Understanding We acknowledge that individuals are unique and success looks different for each person based on their circumstances and goals.

A Holistic Approach We seek to treat each individual as a whole person, understanding that their needs extend beyond their mental health diagnoses, substance use, or medical condition.

Positivity We work together with individuals through the healing process, setting achievable goals and honoring the unique needs and challenges of each person or family member.

Empathy We believe individuals are important to their friends, families, and loved ones. We seek to assist individuals to strengthen and maintain their natural support systems.

Inclusion We work together with individuals and families to coordinate services with other care providers in the community. Company Description RISE Housing and Support Services is a human service agency that has been serving people in Saratoga and the surrounding counties since 1978. RISE programs provide safe, healthy housing and support services to people with mental health concerns, substance use, and other life challenges.\r\n\r\n\r\nOur Mission\r\nOur mission at RISE Housing and Support Services is to help people living with mental health, substance use, and other life challenges to remain safe and healthy in the community through housing and supportive services.\r\n\r\nOur Vision\r\nRISE will serve as a catalyst, leader, and partner in meeting the housing and recovery needs of our community. Our knowledgeable and resourceful staff and board members will educate the community to reduce the stigma associated with mental health diagnoses, substance use, and other life challenges.\r\n\r\nOur Values\r\nWe are compassionate. We focus on the inherent value and uniqueness of each individual we serve.\r\n\r\nWe are respectful. We listen with respect to understand the needs of the people we serve and respond with dignity and kindness.\r\n\r\nWe are dedicated. We work together as a team to seek solutions and live our values consistently while holding one another accountable.\r\n\r\nWe are progressive. We seek and employ socially responsive service models to address substance use and mental health concerns in our community.\r\n\r\nWe Treat People with\r\nEsteem We believe housing is healthcare and a basic human right. We believe that when individuals have healthy, safe housing, they have the stability and security to achieve greater personal wellness.\r\n\r\nUnderstanding We acknowledge that individuals are unique and success looks different for each person based on their circumstances and goals.\r\n\r\nA Holistic Approach We seek to treat each individual as a whole person, understanding that their needs extend beyond their mental health diagnoses, substance use, or medical condition.\r\n\r\nPositivity We work together with individuals through the healing process, setting achievable goals and honoring the unique needs and challenges of each person or family member.\r\n\r\nEmpathy We believe individuals are important to their friends, families, and loved ones. We seek to assist individuals to strengthen and maintain their natural support systems.\r\n\r\nInclusion We work together with individuals and families to coordinate services with other care providers in the community.