Recovery Support Professional House of Healing - 3rd Shift

Mission

Gaudenzia's mission is to promote long‑term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorder, co‑occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

• Valid driver’s license in good standing for at least 3 years.
• Status must be VALID, not SUSPENDED.
• No more than 2 moving violations or reportable accidents within the past three years.
• No DUI or accidents with fatalities within the past 5 years.

Availability: Flexibility is required as scheduling and staffing needs may change; Gaudenzia operates 24/7.

Substitutions: No substitutions for education and training. Successful completion of a residential treatment program may be substituted for residential services experience (one month treatment = one month service).

Responsibilities

• Screen and process new admissions.
• Take head counts during hourly runs and document client movement in a communication log.
• Screen clients' personal belongings upon entry, monitor movement in and out of the facility, and account for whereabouts.
• Maintain and monitor the client sign‑out book.
• Coordinate in‑house activities (chores, breaks, exercise, leisure time, visitations) based on the program schedule.
• Maintain accurate daily census, know client locations, and report infractions and incidents to appropriate staff.
• Conduct client orientation sessions, seminars, and morning meetings as directed.
• Transport or assist clients traveling to and from medical or other appointments as needed.
• Conduct and document room searches and perform random searches of clients as directed by the program supervisor.
• Deny access to unauthorized persons.
• Supervise, where appropriate, clients taking their medications.
• Perform regular room checks to ensure clients are in their assigned areas per schedule.
• Follow protocol for reporting unauthorized absences.
• Monitor urinalysis/drug screening and breathalyzer results as instructed.
• Monitor daily program activities, meals, and medication line.
• Tour the facility regularly to check building security and ensure no fire or safety hazards; conduct fire drills and safety checks, including fire extinguishers, first‑aid kits, and Narcan availability.
• Ensure vehicles are kept clean and complete weekly vehicle inspections.
• Maintain facility cleanliness and safety through regular inspection of sanitation procedures, pest control, storage of supplies and client belongings, and submission of work orders for repairs.
• Perform property maintenance related to inclement weather (shoveling, salting, de‑icing walkways and vehicles) as directed.
• Complete written reports, documentation, and electronic incident reports as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or designee.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Ability to interact effectively with clients and aid them in adjusting to their specific problems.
• Basic knowledge of substance use and co‑occurring mental health disorders.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with staff, other agencies, and the public.
• Ability to work successfully with individuals from various cultures and backgrounds.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record preferred.
• Ability to work various shifts.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay.
• Excellent benefits.
• On‑the‑job training.
• Upward mobility.
• Educational assistance to support growth in this life‑saving field.

Operating Principles

• Client care is the top priority.
• Assume good intentions.
• Be present, connect, and communicate with transparency, dignity, and respect.
• Make data‑driven decisions with courage; challenge the status quo and innovate.
• Support each other publicly and privately in all circumstances.
• Provide and accept constructive, honest, respectful, and timely feedback.
• Operate with integrity, focus on outcomes, and maintain a bias for action.
• Follow through on agreements and honor commitments with urgency.