Smoke Monitor (Posted 04-28-26)

Job Description

Job Description

OVERVIEW:

The primary purpose of the Recreation Clerk/Smoking Monitor is to provide each resident with a safe smoking environment. Monitor residents during smoking hours. This is a Full-Time position Monday to Friday - From 11:00am to 7:00pm.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Chart and keep track of cigarette count for each resident.

• Clean cigarette cart. Update and organize smoking books.

• If assigned to be on direct monitoring, make sure you are always within arm reach of your 1:1 at all times

• Ensuring supervision of patients at all times. Providing patients with emotional support.

• Refraining from performing additional, unauthorized functions (patient care, changing, showering, toileting, ADL Care).

• Detecting changes in condition of patients. Alerting nursing and/or social service staff when patients need help. Maintaining Close observation sheets daily.

• Maintaining confidentiality of patient information. Adhering to relevant policies, procedures and standards.

• Make beds on the floor you are assigned to.

• Make rounds on the unit. Checking rooms for smokers, well-being checks. Check bathroom for smokers.

• Pass out ice and hygiene product.

• Be visible in the milieu

• Monitor Dining room during mealtime.

• Relieve other psych tech for all breaks.

• Cleaning out bedside table, assisting with the upkeep of resident's personal space.

• Monitor the smoke patio during smoke times.

• During smoke times, assist with passing cigarettes, as necessary

• Assist TR Department with transportation, resident mail delivery, clerical duties etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

·         A High School Diploma / GED