Motivational Enhancement Counselor

• You will assist in the overall administrative and clinical operations of the 100 bed, OASAS licensed residential treatment facility. She/he will monitor the shift while ensuring safety of the program by conducting floor runs, bed-checks, overseeing medication and conducting crisis intervention as needed
• Provide oversight during the 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 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

2 Shifts available as of now

Tuesday - Saturday 8am-4pm
Sunday - Thursday 8am-4pm

Qualifications:

• Need either CASAC or CASAC-T
• expereince in substance abuse population; residential experience preferred
• High School Diploma