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Equinox, Inc Overnight Advisor - Residential Services in Albany, New York
Overnight Advisor - Residential Services
Albany, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Albany+NY+USA)
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Equinox is a non-profit human services organization in the Capital Region.
For more than 40 years, Equinox has reached out to people who need us most with innovative and effective programs that truly change lives, allowing us to fulfill our purpose of helping those we serve move forward on their paths to recovery, healing, and independence.
Our Adult Residential Programs serve adults with chemical dependency and/or are living with a mental illness at one of our four different locations in Albany County. The goal of all our programs is to help the residents manage their diagnosis and build the skills necessary to live successfully in the community.
Holt House- Adults with both mental illness and developmental disabilities that need 24/7 support
Apartment Program- Adults who live in one- or two-bedroom apartments and are ready for less structure and more independence
Cohoes Residence- Adults who have a mental health diagnosis and need 24/7 support to help control their symptoms
Recovery Residence- Men who have both a mental illness and an addiction that need 24/7 support.
Position Summary:The Overnight Advisor is responsible for supervising activities of residents in single and/or scattered site
residential treatment facilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Audit clients’ records
Initiating and/or complete various clerical duties
Supervise medications/inventory medications
Assisting with the maintenance and cleanliness of the residence/program
Completes overnight duty checklists
Ensures residents are up and completing morning routines
Monitors clients during sleeping hours/provides scheduled walk through
Completes SteadyCare calls 3x per night at specific time intervals
Maintains professional boundaries with agency clients and personnel
Participates as a team member/attends staff meeting and other trainings
Other tasks and duties as assigned.
Requirements
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to lift 20 pounds
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent and one year experience in human services OR Associates’ Degree in related field and no experience in human services
Schedule:
- Varies
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b), Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time off, paid holidays, Group Life, Short -Term Disability and more!
Equinox, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status.
Salary Description
$15.00
