RESIDENTIAL ASSOCIATE I at CATHOLIC CHARITIES FAMILY AND COMMUNITY SERVICES

City of Rochester, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Oct, 26

Salary

19.75

Posted On

06 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medication Management, Crisis Intervention, Conflict Resolution, Trauma Informed Care, Patient Monitoring, Documentation, Facility Management, Safety Protocols, Communication, Case Management

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Description We are Hiring! Job Posting: Residential Associate Location: Rochester, NY Department: Restart Residential Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Sun- Thurs, 4pm-12am Salary: $19.25-19.75/hour DOE, with an additional $.75/hour after med certification As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities Family and Community Services (CCFCS) has been serving our community for over 100 years. We walk with people when they are at their most vulnerable as they journey toward independence to reach their full human potential, advocate for those in need throughout all stages of life; and work in partnership with faith communities of all denominations and those who are committed to addressing local needs. If you’re looking for an opportunity to express and explore your passion for helping others, then join a team that truly makes a difference DAILY, in people's lives. Don't miss out on being a part of something special! General Description 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. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Monitors residents to assure a safe therapeutic environment. Makes hourly visual contact with residents and documents in client observation record Monitor and support residents’ efforts in maintaining their comprehensive plan for admission, ongoing treatment and discharge of transfers. Implements recreational activities as created by the vocational specialist or residential team. Cover non-clinical psychoeducational groups as needed Observes peer led activities Provides transportation when needed Conducts room and personal belonging searches to ensure the safety of the environment and program participants. Conducts urine toxicology screens as scheduled or randomly if needed while practicing universal precautions Provides conflict management to residents as needed Supervises preparation of meals by clients to assure sanitation, safety & nutritional standards are met satisfactorily. Required to complete L2 certification Maintains cleanliness of facility, including assigning chores, cleanup tasks and doing necessary follow-up to ensure satisfactory completion. 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. Conducts monthly fire drills. Engages security system. Provides medication observation and monitoring utilizing established protocols in absence of LPN coverage Completes and maintains all necessary documentation in compliance with the agency and appropriate regulatory standards. Enters shift notes into electronic client record database per each scheduled shift Completes group notes into electronic client record database by the end of each shift 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: Minimum of High School Diploma or GED required. Associate’s degree in human services or related field preferred. Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License. Experience: Two years of experience in the human services field, crisis intervention, residential setting, or emergency services. Knowledge of homeless client issues preferred. Experience with conflict resolution techniques preferred. A relevant 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

Responsibilities

Provides a safe and therapeutic environment for residents through medication monitoring, facility management, and the implementation of recreational activities. Responsible for maintaining detailed client records and ensuring compliance with NYS OASAS ethical standards.