Evening Recovery Support Advocate

Phoenix House of New York; Brentwood (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical insurance for 1+

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Phoenix House of New York is a nonprofit organization focused on helping individuals overcome substance use disorders and achieve lasting recovery. You will join a values-based team, participate in shift changes, and support residents with program schedules and activities, ensuring adherence and safety.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, group intake processes, and patient mentorship, with a strong focus on teamwork and compassionate care within a nonprofit setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Trainee (CASAC-T) in good standing.
• Minimum two years’ experience in a substance use disorder treatment setting.
• Trained to dispense medications to clients in case of emergency.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that patients adhere to the day-to-day program schedule, tracking attendance as required.
• Monitors participation in program events and activities.
• Conducts and documents room/bed checks (minimally every thirty minutes) to ensure resident safety and presence.
• Conducts routine facility checks to ensure facility safety and security.
• Reviews client property/items upon admission or receipt to ensure compliance with facility and program rules.
• Conducts contraband searches and drug screen analysis administration in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Assumes lead duties for shift(s) as assigned, ensuring the program schedule is followed and duties are completed.
• Mentors patients towards success in program including behavior modification, rules, school work and social interactions.
• Provides safe, timely transportation of patients to off-site appointments or activities as needed.
• Assist in the medication room, as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Crisis management

Judgment

Education

High School diploma or GED

CASAC-T credential

Job description

Phoenix House of New York is a nonprofit organization focused on helping individuals overcome substance use disorders and achieve lasting recovery. You will join a values-based team, participate in shift changes, and support residents with program schedules and activities, ensuring adherence and safety.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, group intake processes, and patient mentorship, with a strong focus on teamwork and compassionate care within a nonprofit setting.