Adult Residential Floater

BHSN POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE Floater

DEPARTMENT Adult Residential DATE CREATED 8/17/22

LOCATION Multiple UPDATED n/a

REPORTS TO Director / Program Supervisors STATUS Non-Exempt

POSITION BRIEF

Assists individuals that are recovering from mental health and/or substance use disorders to gain the skills necessary for independent living. This position will become familiar with all Adult Residential programs / services to be able to assist team members as needed to ensure program and participants needs are met. Collaborates closely with all Adult Residential team members and is versatile to change locations quickly as requested.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist/provide support to program participants with various aspects of daily living skills and case management tasks

• Transport participants as needed to appointments, grocery shopping, etc.
• Assist in grocery shopping or Regional Food Bank deliveries for the community residences
• Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members to ensure resident needs are met including but not limited to coordination of mental health/substance use/primary care services, obtaining funding, transportation, linkage to other services, care coordination and discharge planning

• Assist in maintaining a safe and sanitary dwelling for residents
• Assist in developing, facilitating, participating in resident activities/outings
• Assist in facilitating and providing accurate documentation of monthly fire drills and safety checklists required for each location
• Promptly reports any facility/maintenance/safety issues to Program Supervisor to ensure a safe dwelling
• Provide restorative services and accurate documentation of services or statistics in a timely manner in accordance with Federal/State regulations and BHSN policies/procedures
• Participate in meetings and trainings as requested
• Additional duties as assigned within scope of job description
• Complies with all BHSN, state and federal regulatory policies and procedures

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills required
• High School Diploma or equivalent required;
• Experience working with those recovering from mental illness and/or substance use disorders preferred
• Complete NARCAN / CPR Training within 60 days of hire
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of program participants

TRANSFORMING CARE | ENRICHING LIFE
22 US Oval – Suite 218 | Plattsburgh, NY 12903 | 1 518.563.8206 | fax: 1 518.563.2104 | www.bhsn.org

• Valid NYS driver’s license for potential local travel

EEO Statement: BHSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in its hiring and employment practices, so that every team member can feel like they belong and be their authentic self to thrive in their personal and professional lives. In order to do that, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

TRANSFORMING CARE | ENRICHING LIFE
22 US Oval – Suite 218 | Plattsburgh, NY 12903 | 1 518.563.8206 | fax: 1 518.563.2104 | www.bhsn.org

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Plattsburgh, NY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $33,000 - $41,800