Facility Assistant

Position Title:Facility Assistant, Flexible Shift

Department:P90 Recovery Residence
Reports to:Recovery Residence Lead and Administration Manager 
Classification: Regular, Full Time, Non-Exempt

Salary :             $20 an hour

About Us: Caminar and our divisions transformed the lives of over 31,000 youth and adults across San Mateo, Santa Clara, San Francisco, Solano, Contra Costa, and Butte counties last year through education, behavioral health care, and support. Driven by compassion, science, and our understanding of root causes, we deliver high-quality prevention, treatment, and recovery services to those with complex mental health, substance use, and co-occurring needs. 

We understand that quality behavioral health outcomes occur when a person is supported in all their basic human needs, and we actively partner with our clients and the community to address the social determinants of health that lead to sustained well-being. We are here to empower and support the most vulnerable members of our community to move toward wellness, resilience, and independence.

Caminar values diversity. People of all races, ethnicities, countries of origin, faith, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities are welcome here

Project Ninety became a division of Caminar on June 1 ,2018. Project Ninety was founded in 1973 to assist indigent alcoholic. Project Ninety has provided services to more than 23,000 individuals recovering from the disease of addiction. Project Ninety’s services treat all individuals, regardless of socioeconomic standing, race, cultural background, education, age, or life experience.

Position Description: The flexible shift Facility Assistant is an entry-level position requiring utilization and knowledge of lived experience to support adults with substance abuse disorders. The position of Facility Assistant is under the direct supervision of the Recovery Residence Lead and Administrative Manager. This position must be available to provide clients in Substance Use Treatment and Recovery Residence Housing, with positive and supportive engagement, safety, through a wellness and recovery model. The Facility Assistant is responsible for ensuring that Recovery Residence facilities are kept clean and orderly, that clients perform their assigned duties and attend all required sessions and/or meetings, are responsible for data entry into an electronic health record and oversees the daily operation and provide supportive and education group and individual services based on lived experience.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• The Facility Assistant is responsible for general oversight of the Recovery Residence facilities and clients.
  • Ensures that client participate in required meals.
  • May provide transportation to and from outside appointments
  • Assists clients in the scheduling of outside appointments.
  • Responsible for counting and recording of all controlled substances to ensure secure storage.
  • Administers Urine Analysis tests.
  • The Facility Assistant will utilize Credible electronic health record to document medications, client placement, client intake forms and drug screenings
  • The Facility assistant oversees mentors in the provision of their duties.
  • The Facility Assistant will ensure that all Recovery Residence vehicle is inspected daily and reports any problems immediately
  • Assist visitor in answering or directing questions and concerns to Recovery Residence Lead.
  • Perform other related duties, responsibilities and special projects as assigned.

The Facility Assistant will actively nurture and advance the cooperative, harmonious and teamwork-oriented environment Caminar strives to promote within the workplace; through daily effort and presentation promote and atmosphere of dignity and respect in line with the organization’s mission, philosophy, policies and procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies (full descriptions available on request):

Qualifications, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education – High School Diploma or GED required.

• Certificates, Licenses and/or Registrations –
• A drivers license is preferred but may be waived
• A CAL MHSA Peer Support Specialist Certification is preferred.

• Experience Required:

• Demonstrated knowledge of alcoholism and addiction, ability to set priorities and carry through goals to completion, ability to work in a team environment, knowledge of clinical and social model concepts, and an ability to train others. 
• Thorough understanding and experience in the delivery of services to an ethnically and economically diverse population.
• Experience working in the substance abuse field is preferred.

• Customer Service—manages difficult customer situations, responds promptly to customer needs, solicits customer feedback to improve service, and meets commitments.
• Interpersonal skills – focuses on engagement, conflict resolution and de-escalation, and demonstrates professionalism. Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control.
• Computer Skills - Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment including email and Internet navigation required. Experience with Human Service Information Systems strongly preferred. Experience with web based time and attendance and staff training and development system helpful.
• Must be passionate about Caminar's mission.

Position Requirements:

• Physical: Occasionally required to push/pull objects up to 50 lbs., and to lift/carry objects up to 25 lbs. Frequently required to perform moderately difficult manipulative tasks such as typing, writing, etc. Must be able to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods.
• Sensory: Frequently required to read documents, written reports, and plans. Must be able to distinguish normal sounds with some background noise, as in answering the phone, interacting with residents and staff, etc. Must be able to speak clearly and understand/be understood using the English language.
• Cognitive: Frequently required to concentrate on moderate detail with constant interruption. Must be able to attend to a task/function for 20-45 minutes at a time. Frequently required to understand and relate to specific ideas, several at a time. Must be able to remember multiple tasks/assignments given to self and others over a period of several days.
• Environmental Conditions: Frequent exposure to varied office and mixed (residential/office) environments. Occasional exposure to toxins and poisonous substances, dust, and loud noises.
• Equipment: Frequently required to use a computer, phone, and fax machine.

Essential Requirements:

• Must be able to meet and receive a criminal records clearance, as required by Title XXII, other licensing regulations, and Caminar practices.
• This position may require limited, occasional, or frequent driving.  If required, a valid California driver license, a reliable personal vehicle, and current personal auto insurance is required by law.  In addition, an MVR sufficient to obtain and maintain insurability under agency auto liability policies are all essential job requirements.
• Must be able to pass post offer, pre-employment medical and drug tests as required under State Community Care Licensing regulations and/or agency policies.
• If applicable, a personal cell phone with reliable service and a data plan to use for business purposes.
• May be required to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification.

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Medical, Dental, and Vision

Health coverage choices to fit you and your family’s needs. A zero-cost option for employee only and generous contributions to employee and dependent premiums.  

Flexible Spending Account
Receive tax savings on out-of-pocket health care costs.  

Employee Wellness Program
We’ll reimburse you for a portion of your gym/fitness dues.  

Life, Long-term Disability, and AD&D Insurance
Provided at no cost to our full-time employees. Includes an option to purchase additional life coverage for both employees and dependents.  

Paid Time Off
We offer twelve paid holidays and a generous sick and vacation benefit.  

401(K) Retirement Savings Plan

We offer options for both pre-tax and post-tax (Roth) contributions. 
The plan also offers an employer match on eligible employee deferrals at one year of service.  

Commuter Benefits
Commuting to work each day can be expensive. Receive tax savings on your commuting costs.

Employee Assistance Program
For whatever issue you might face, our Life Assistance Program offers free, confidential assistance at no cost to you.

Caminar is a leader in providing innovative client-oriented mental health services.  We are an equal opportunity employer.