ASCEND Mental Wellness ยท 4 days ago
Residential Assistant Program Coordinator
ASCEND Mental Wellness is dedicated to assisting individuals in achieving optimal mental health. They are seeking a Restorative Residential Assistant Program Coordinator to oversee the support and rehabilitation of residents in their community residences, ensuring effective communication and quality care.
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Responsibilities
Reconcile petty cash weekly
Set up files for new residents and ensure residents complete all necessary paperwork for intake
Archiving of files as necessary
Assess and confirm medication processes, including medication disposal, on a weekly basis
Facilitate the Environmental Tasks List process with the Residence Counselors on a weekly basis
Assure communications of resident hospitalizations to appropriate parties
Assure the scheduling of Relief Residential Counselors for appropriate shifts as needed
Work with supervisor to ensure environmental repairs in a timely manner
Carry a caseload of one to two clients as necessary
Provide additional services for the program as needed
Oversee tracking of resident Service Plan and Functional Assessments
Assist with the provision of orientation of new staff
May assist in the coordination of house/community meetings
Coordinate and assist in Rep-Payee services as needed
Maintain a safe environment for all clients and staff
Maintain effective communication with other staff members and supervisor
Preserve human dignity and confidentiality of all clients and act in the best interest of those served through the Agency's programs and services
Assure quality of work at all times
Adhere to all laws and regulations applicable to the Agency's business
Adhere to the Agency's Corporate Compliance Program and established policies and procedures
Positively represent the Agency within the community at all times
Have adequate computer skills, or more refined for specific job titles
Actively participate in scheduled team/staff meetings as scheduled by supervisor or as indicated by the program's services
Actively participate in Agency sponsored staff development and in-service educational programs as deemed necessary by supervisor, including mandatory trainings assigned per job title
Should be compassionate and demonstrate a commitment to helping people with mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma, or equivalent, with at least five years' experience working in the human services field
An Associate's degree in the human services field may be substituted for two years' experience
Valid NYS driver's license acceptable to Agency insurance standards
Must have the ability to work independently
Good problem-solving skills
Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Good listening, writing, and verbal skills
Benefits
Healthcare benefits
Retirement plan enrollment
Paid time off, including 11 holidays, 2 floating holidays, vacation, personal, and sick time
Company
ASCEND Mental Wellness
The Mission of ASCEND Mental Wellness is to encourage and assist individuals in discovering pathways to their optimal mental health and wellness, while supporting hope and awareness of well-being in our community.