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Motivational Enhancement Counselor

Posted: January 31, 2025
Salary:US$20.00 - US$25.00 per hour
Location:New York
Job type: Contract
Discipline:Care Management
Reference:236285_1738354606
Work Location:On-site

Job description

128 year old New York institution, is a vibrant, dynamic organization serving New Yorkers from all walks of life. We serve everyone regardless of the language they speak, where they come from, or their socioeconomic status. We believe that everyone should have a chance to live a better life and that arts and culture, education, health and wellness, and social services can help lay that foundation.

JOB PURPOSE

Reporting to the Weekend Supervisor, the MEC Overnight monitor will assist in the overall administrative and clinical operations of the 100 bed, OASAS licensed residential treatment facility. She/he will monitor the overnight shift while ensuring safety of the program by conducting floor runs, bed-checks, overseeing medication and conducting crisis intervention as needed

SCOPE OF INFLUENCE

  • Provide oversight during the overnight shift ensuring a safe environment in an 820 model
  • Facilitate behavioral and clinical interventions in the part 820 model of care
  • Data entry into the STARS/HRA site and perform administrative tasks including shift reports

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Adhere to Program policies, procedures, services and activities in collaboration with the Director of Vocational and MEC Services and Weekend Supervisor
  • Conduct safety checks and facility runs to ensure a safe environment for the customers residing in the program.
  • Monitor HRA attendance and data entry in the HRA/Stars site
  • Conduct safety drills as scheduled.
  • Carry out disbursement and accounting of petty cash, food, and client money.
  • Oversee medication administration and oversight.
  • Facilitate interventions with customers in a part 820 model of care.
  • Attend regularly scheduled meetings and trainings
  • Maintains a professional demeanor at all times
  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Required Knowledge:

  • High School Diploma and prefer CASAC -T/CASAC (if they do not have their CASAC that is okay)
  • At least three years' experience with substance abuse population; residential experience preferred
  • Ability to multitask and handle challenging situations in a professional and courteous manner
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
  • Willingness to work as part of a team
  • Organized, self-motivated, and a team player

For California Applicants:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.