Chemical Dependency Aide (PRN, Nights)

Rochester Regional Health; Town of Potsdam (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health seeks a Chemical Dependency Aide in Potsdam, NY, for Per Diem night shifts at 20 Cottage Street. The role supports inpatient addiction recovery services, assisting with basic patient care and maintaining a safe environment under the Charge Nurse's supervision.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and involves rotating duties, documentation, and coordination of activities for patients.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• 1. Supervise patients, including coordination of activities, meals and ADLs.
• 2. Clerical functions and ordering.
• 3. Transport urines, register patients, accompany patients to appointments.
• 4. Documentation and on-the-job orientation and in-services provided.

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Chemical Dependency Aide
Department: Inpatient Addiction Recovery Services
Location: 20 Cottage Street; Potsdam, NY
Hours Per Week: Per Diem
Schedule: Over Nights
SUMMARY:

To assist the professional personnel by performing routine functions of patient care and support. Assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Charge Nurse. Adheres to the professional standards of NYS OASAS

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1. (50%) Supervise patients, including coordination of activities, meals and ADL’s.
• 2. (25%) Clerical functions and ordering.
• 3. (15%) Transport urines, register patients, accompany patients to appointments.
• 4. (10%) Documentation
  - On-the-job orientation and in-services provided

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma/Equivalent.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Drive - Clinical - Roles in this category require frequent driving combined with mobile clinical care across settings such as emergency response, mobile clinics, and home health environments. Staff must repeatedly enter and exit vehicles, occasionally lift and carry equipment weighing up to 100 lbs. or more, and perform care within patients’ homes or other confined, unpredictable, or uncontrolled environments. These positions demand strong fine and gross motor control, firm grasping, and heightened visual and auditory awareness to ensure safe and effective care delivery. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial due to rapid decision‑making, direct exposure to critical or sensitive situations, and independently managing patient care in the field or home setting. Environmental exposures may include traffic hazards, infectious agents, extreme temperatures, variable home conditions, and hazardous materials. Valid licensure, physical readiness, and flexibility for extended or on‑call schedules are typically required.

PAY RANGE: $18.46 - $26.24