Counselor Assistant

Location: Vista House Women and Children's Reintegration Residence 111 McCarty Ave Albany, NY 12202

Shift: Monday-Friday, 4pm-12am

Counselor Assistant Responsibilities:

Monitoring and observing the physical, mental, and emotional status of admitted client's day or night.
Daily and nightly monitoring and reporting on all Men's Residences client rooms, kitchen, and common areas for program compliance, health, safety, and security.
Reports progress on residence at every shift change.
Provides assistant to residents, this includes motivation, support and encouragement for client goals.
Logs telephone, personal visits and significant event or information during your shift into the Residential logbook.
Transports clients to treatment program activities, D.S.S., medical and legal appointments, recreational opportunities and in emergencies.
Conducts random and routine urine drug screens. Log all information and prepare for pick up.
Performs other duties as assigned by Program Manager.

Licenses, Certificates, or Registrations: Valid New York State driver license required with clean driving record. CPR and First Aid certified preferred.

Education Requirements: High school diploma or GED. Attending or completed 350-hour CASAC course a plus.

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person