The Educational Alliance Inc. is hiring: Motivational Enhancement Counselor Over

Part-Time, Fridays and Saturdays, 10:30pm - 8:30am

Educational Alliance, a New York institution, is a vibrant, dynamic organization serving New Yorkers from all walks of life. We serve everyone regardless of the language they speak, where they come from, or their socioeconomic status. We believe that everyone should have a chance to live a better life and that arts and culture, education, health and wellness, and social services can help lay that foundation.

JOB PURPOSE

Reporting to the Weekend Supervisor, the MEC Overnight monitor will assist in the overall administrative and clinical operations of the 100 bed, OASAS licensed residential treatment facility. She/he will monitor the overnight shift while ensuring safety of the program by conducting floor runs, bed-checks, overseeing medication and conducting crisis intervention as needed

SCOPE OF INFLUENCE

• Provide oversight during the overnight shift ensuring a safe environment in an 820 model
• Facilitate behavioral and clinical interventions in the part 820 model of care
• Data entry into the STARS/HRA site and perform administrative tasks including shift reports

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Adhere to Program policies, procedures, services and activities in collaboration with the Director of Vocational and MEC Services and Weekend Supervisor
• Conduct safety checks and facility runs to ensure a safe environment for the customers residing in the program.
• Monitor HRA attendance and data entry in the HRA/Stars site
• Conduct safety drills as scheduled.
• Carry out disbursement and accounting of petty cash, food, and client money.
• Oversee medication administration and oversight.
• Facilitate interventions with customers in a part 820 model of care.
• Attend regularly scheduled meetings and trainings
• Maintains a professional demeanor at all times
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Required Knowledge:

• High School Diploma and CASAC -T/CASAC
• At least three years’ experience with substance abuse population; residential experience preferred
• Ability to multitask and handle challenging situations in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
• Willingness to work as part of a team
• Organized, self-motivated, and a team player

Role Key Competencies:

• Team Player
• Compassionate
• Flexible
• Supportive
• Empathetic

EEO Info

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Educational Alliance takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.