Day Shift Recovery Support Specialist – Client Care

Gaudenzia, Inc.; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

On the job training

Upward mobility

Educational assistance

Job summary

Gaudenzia, Inc. is seeking a full-time day-shift housing assistant for a 24/7 treatment facility in the Harrisburg area. You will support admissions, census maintenance, client movement, and safety across the program.

Responsibilities include coordinating activities, supervising medications, conducting searches, documenting incidents, and maintaining cleanliness and security. A high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to interact effectively with clients and aid them in adjusting to their problems.
• Basic knowledge of substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screen and process new admissions. Take head counts during hourly runs. Document hourly runs and client movement in communication log.
• Screen clients' personal belongings upon entry to the facility, monitor client movement, and account for whereabouts.
• Coordinate in-house activities based on the program's schedule including chores, breaks, exercise, leisure, and visitations.
• Maintain accurate daily census and report infractions and incidents to staff.
• Conduct client orientation sessions, seminars, and morning meetings as directed.
• May transport or assist clients to medical or other appointments.
• Conduct and document room searches and random searches as directed.
• Deny access to unauthorized persons. Supervise clients taking medications.
• Perform regular room checks and report absences per protocol.
• Monitor urinalysis/drug screening and breathalyzers as instructed.
• Tour facility to check safety, perform drills, check equipment and Narcan readiness.
• Ensure vehicles are clean and inspected weekly. Maintain sanitation and storage.
• Handle inclement weather duties such as shoveling and de-icing; submit work orders.
• Complete written and electronic incident reports; perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Gaudenzia, Inc. is seeking a full-time day-shift housing assistant for a 24/7 treatment facility in the Harrisburg area. You will support admissions, census maintenance, client movement, and safety across the program.

Responsibilities include coordinating activities, supervising medications, conducting searches, documenting incidents, and maintaining cleanliness and security. A high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license are required.