Substance Abuse Facility Monitor

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.

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.