Overnight Staff

POSITION SUMMARY:

Person in this position will be responsible for general Veteran supervision and general program operation. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure the security of the facility through the continuous monitoring of the grounds and facility.
• General Veteran supervision in daily living Grant Per diem program and general program operation.
• Assist Veterans with overall therapeutic issues.
• Assist the counselor facilitating groups and meetings.
• Make copies of necessary program paperwork.
• Place documentation in Veteran files.
• Ensure all security checks occur at the specified time.
• Prepare Veteran activity reports and other reports as requested.
• Ensure assignments given to Veteran are completed.
• Ensure that Veteran comply with program rules.
• Monitor trip logs and conduct visual contact searches to ensure Veteran returning to the facility are not under the influence of any substance.
• Ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of the facility.
• 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.

• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• 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.
• Military/Veteran preferred.
• Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a criminal background clearance
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare's vehicle insurance is required; and
• 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:

• One (1) year experience in a residential social service setting providing services to adults/veterans/criminal justice/substance abusing population and/or equivalent experience and education combined.
• Associates Degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

• Not applicable for this position.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is primarily performed in a residential setting.
• Some outdoor activities may be required.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.