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Position Summary: Working under general supervision, the Recovery Advocate is responsible for supporting the admission of clients while ensuring the safety of staff and the clients. The Recovery Advocate is responsible for monitoring the Recovery Advocate station 24/7 and for maintaining its appearance. This position is subject to working overtime as needed and to remain past shift until replacement coverage has arrived. Tobacco-free workplace
Position is as needed evenings, overnight and/or weekends. 2pm-10pm, 10pm-6am
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Assists with the admission process by conducting search of the client’s belongings, documenting an itemized list of possessions, disposing of paraphernalia according to guidelines; issuing scrubs, linens, and towels; providing and reviewing the procedures regarding hygiene.
- Supervises the initial collection of urine analysis (UA) sample and other toxicology screenings from the client as required.
- Prepares and monitors client’s medication box and its inventory. May include medication for client’s and child(ren), if necessary.
- Reviews Client Handbook, client rights and grievance procedures with client or has client watch requisite DVD based on program then responds to any questions as needed.
- Conducts intensive room checks to ensure cleanliness. May conduct room searches as needed when there is suspicion of prohibited items in a client’s possession.
- Performs random bed checks.
- Documents and monitors all admissions procedures, visitations, medications/prescriptions administration and inventory including disposal, toxicology screenings and room checks as required. Daily documentation includes data on children residing with the client, medical emergencies, infractions, incident reports, activities, medication non-compliance, clients who fail to return timely, property and bed checks, searches, UA screenings, suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and other matters of significance.
- Monitors client behaviors and assists them by redirecting behaviors, clarifying rules and expectations regarding treatment as needed. Prepares written redirect reports and infraction reports as needed to enforce rules and guidelines.
- Maintains overall security and operational control of the assigned facility.
- Maintains chronological written records of events that occur during the shift.
- Monitors client movements inside and outside the facility.
- Controls contraband in facility through general observation, facility, and client searches.
- Ensures facility cleanliness by assigning and monitoring client work, morning duties and extra duty assignments.
- Observes client behavior and reports any irregular or unusual situations to the Case Manager or Director in a timely manner.
- Obtains urine specimens and breath samples to monitor client substance usage.
- Performs partial intake on new clients.
- Makes periodic tours of the facility and grounds to ensure high level of security by observation and corrective action, if necessary.
- Monitors number of clients and their activities, including visitor activities.
- Conducts monthly fire drills and ensures clients observe all fire and other safety measures.
- Secures and inventories clients’ personal possessions upon leaving the facility.
- Assists clients with short-term coping and problem solving.
- Assists in the serving of meals, as appropriate.
- Monitors main and secondary entrances to the facility and answers telephones.
- Attends all staff meetings and training, as directed.
- Ensures compliance with Santa Maria Hostel policies and procedures, standard operating procedures, and sponsoring agency requirements.
- Assists supervisor with budget control activities (i.e., conserving resources, reducing utility costs, avoiding waste, limiting overtime, etc).
- Monitors, observes, and records client self-administration of medication.
- Assists clients in the utilization of public transportation.
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience in and/or training clinical aspects of the job; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Santa Maria Hostel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
