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Substance Abuse Facility Monitor

Job Details

San Diego - 3050 Armstrong - San Diego, CA
Full Time
High School
$22.00 - $22.00 Hourly
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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