Day Treatment Support Specialist

Mountainside Treatment Center; Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit package

Paid Time Off (increases after 1 year)

Paid holidays including a Multicutral?

401(k) with employer matching

Free meals on Canaan campus

Monthly wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Mountainside Treatment Center in Canaan, CT is seeking a Day Treatment Coordinator to create a welcoming, structured environment for clients and support non-clinical needs throughout the day. You’ll facilitate groups, assist with safety checks, and collaborate with clinical and operations teams to ensure quality care.

The role offers a Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:30pm schedule, with base pay of $17–$20 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver's License and Clean Driving Record required.
• Current CAC, CASAC, or CPRS certification, or actively working toward certification, preferred.
• At least one year of experience or knowledge within substance use disorder treatment, behavioral health, or a related setting preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to maintain professionalism and appropriate boundaries with clients.
• Ability to remain calm, dependable, and flexible in a fast-paced treatment environment.
• Comfortable working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to clients while maintaining a calm, welcoming, and professional environment.
• Assist clients with non-clinical needs and requests, including access to personal belongings and other necessary items.
• Help maintain a safe, structured environment by conducting property searches and routine room inspections in accordance with established guidelines.
• Promptly communicate behavioral concerns, safety issues, or other client-related concerns to PHP and Operations Leadership.
• Facilitate 12-Step support groups, life skills groups, and client outings.
• Encourage and support client participation in scheduled surveys and other program activities.
• Assist with the administration, processing, and documentation of urine toxicology (UTox) testing.
• Perform scheduled medication room responsibilities in accordance with established medication policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with team members across departments to ensure clients receive a consistent and supportive treatment experience.
• Safely transport clients as needed while following all applicable traffic laws, safety requirements, and vehicle procedures.
• Assist clients with entering and exiting vehicles and with luggage or personal belongings when needed.
• Conduct basic vehicle safety checks, including lights, brakes, horns, and windshield wipers, and report any concerns.
• Complete required documentation, including accident reports, when necessary.
• Assist with errands and operational needs, including picking up or delivering food, supplies, mail, and packages.
• Provide additional support to the team as needed to help maintain a safe, welcoming, and highly supportive environment for clients.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Professional boundaries

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Flexibility

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mountainside Treatment Center in Canaan, CT is seeking a Day Treatment Coordinator to create a welcoming, structured environment for clients and support non-clinical needs throughout the day. You’ll facilitate groups, assist with safety checks, and collaborate with clinical and operations teams to ensure quality care.

The role offers a Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:30pm schedule, with base pay of $17–$20 per hour.