Substance Abuse Residential Specialist (Overnight)

Job description

Description SUMMARY : National Capital Treatment & Recovery, formerly Phoenix House, a nonprofit substance use treatment facility in Arlington, VA is hiring a Residential Specialist who will be responsible for monitoring the smooth operation of the program. This position assures a safe and drug free environment and provides Life Skills and 12 Step Education. This is a part-time, 11pm-7:30am (Friday, Saturday, Sunday), hourly position. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: § Monitor therapeutic milieu and patient activities § Conduct random and regular walk-through the program § Respond to patient’s crises and emergencies as needed § Demonstrate empathy, compassion, and respect for patients in all interactions § Maintain objectivity towards all patients and make decisions based on accurate information. § Maintain observation of all patient areas to include, dining room, living room, group rooms, patio, and bedrooms to monitor patient activities § Transport patients to outside activities, night AA meetings and appointments as needed § Monitor patients leaving and returning from pass § Organize transportation for patients as necessary, including Taxi Voucher/Medicaid Cab Procedures §...