RESIDENTIAL ASSOCIATE- Per Diem

About the Role

Under general supervision, provide a safe, therapeutic environment for the residents through medication management, recreation and facility management in addition to other residential activities for clients. Maintains confidentiality and ethical standards as identified by the NYS OASAS and other relevant governing bodies. Effectively supports ongoing and collaborative communication amongst all program staff, adhering to established agency communication protocols and is responsible for ensuring a trauma‑informed care environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor residents to assure a safe therapeutic environment.
• Cover non‑clinical psychoeducational groups as needed.
• Observe peer‑led activities.
• Provide transportation when needed.
• Conduct room and personal‑belonging searches to ensure safety of the environment and program participants.
• Conduct urine toxicology screens as scheduled or randomly, practicing universal precautions.
• Provide conflict management to residents as needed.
• Supervise the preparation of meals by clients to assure sanitation, safety, and nutritional standards are met.
• Complete L2 certification.
• Maintain cleanliness of the facility, including assigning chores, cleanup tasks, and follow‑up to ensure satisfactory completion.
• Debrief relevant information to incoming employees during shift exchange; conduct visible rounds to ensure all residents are accounted for and the environment is safe at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Carry out emergency procedures to ensure the safety of residents and staff; notify the Residence Manager of any emergency situations immediately.
• Conduct monthly fire drills and engage the security system.
• Provide medication observation and monitoring utilizing established protocols in the absence of LPN coverage.
• Complete and maintain all necessary documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards.
• Enter shift notes into the electronic client‑record database for each scheduled shift.
• Complete group notes in the electronic client‑record database by the end of each shift.
• Complete incident reports documenting any unusual incidents or situations as needed.
• Support the Agency’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategic Plan, including core competency initiatives of collaboration, community focus, innovation, entrepreneurship, cultural competence, and diversity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid and clean NYS driver’s license.
• Two years of experience in the human services field, crisis intervention, residential setting, or emergency services.
• Knowledge of homeless client issues preferred.
• Experience with conflict‑resolution techniques preferred.
• A relevant combination of education and experience will be considered.

Requirements

• Physical demands: frequent sitting, talking, hearing, standing, walking, using hands to type, and light lifting; vision requirements include close, distance, and focus adjustment; work environment is usually quiet.
• Adherence to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards.
• Compliance with CCFCS’s corporate compliance & ethics program.
• Employment contingent upon successful completion of a background check; CCDOR considers all background‑check information in accordance with applicable law.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and 403(b) retirement plan.
• Generous time‑off package and work‑life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive and collaborative environment.
• Opportunities for growth and development.
• Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people’s lives.

Pay

Salary: $19.25–$19.75 per hour, with a $0.75 increase upon medication certification.

Schedule

Employment type: Per Diem (part‑time). Various schedules.