Substance Abuse Facility Monitor
Job description
Substance Abuse Facility Monitor
Job Details
Job Location
San Diego - 3050 Armstrong - San Diego, CA
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School
Salary Range
$21.00 - $21.00 Hourly
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Person in this position will be responsible for general client supervision and general program operation. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
+ Provide on-site after-hours supervision.
+ Serve as a facility manager during shift hours.
+ Oversee all program and facility operations during evening and overnight hours
+ Maintain daily log of evening activities and incidents.
+ Respond to afterhours emergencies, contact medical, psychiatric or custody staff if necessary.
+ Maintain safety and security of facility
+ Answer phones.
+ Ensure that residents comply with program rules.
+ Ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of the facility.
+ Participate in daily shift change including documenting in facility log at the end of the shift and thoroughly reviewing the log at the beginning of the shift.
+ Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
+ Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
COMPENTENCIES:
+ Must possess knowledge of chemical dependency, substance abuse and personality dynamics of the substance abuser.
+ Basic computer skills.
+ Good documentation skills.
+ Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
+ Professional appearance and demeanor.
+ Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
+ Ability to obtain and maintain clearance from California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).
+ Ability to obtain and maintain clearance from LEIE.
+ Valid driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare's vehicle insurance is required.
+ CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.
+ During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
+ Experience in signs and symptoms of substance abuse and the recovery process is preferred.
+ Associates Degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is preferred; and
+ High school diploma or equivalent is required.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
+ Alcohol and Drug Registration and actively pursuing Certification, in good standing by an agency approved and recognized by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
+ Work is primarily performed in an office or in a residential treatment setting; and
+ Some outdoor activities may be required.
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