Night Monitor - FT

Recovery Network of Programs; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Recovery Network of Programs in Bridgeport, CT seeks a dedicated behavioral health professional for overnight shifts supporting individuals experiencing homelessness and co-occurring disorders. You will perform rounds, monitor safety, document charts, and collaborate with staff to provide compassionate care.

Requires associate degree and minimum two years' experience, plus CT driver's license. Join a team focused on recovery, dignity, and community integration in a dynamic residential program.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in behavioral health or related field required.
• Minimum two years' experience in a related field preferred with clients with co‑occurring disorders.
• CAC and/or SCCD certification encouraged.
• Valid CT driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide hourly overnight rounds and ensure safety of residents.
• Document significant medical, psychological, and social issues in charts.
• Assist with breakfast and morning routines for clients.
• Respond to crises using established intervention techniques.
• Participate in weekly team meetings and chart audits.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Counseling basics

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in behavioral health

Job description

SUMMARY:In accordance with RNP's Mission Statement, Philosophy of Client Care and Code of Ethics as stated in the Personnel Policies and under the supervision ofHOURS: Monday - Friday 12:00 am - 8:00 amSPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All duties are subject to accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Remain awake and alert at all times to ensure safety and security of person served and building.Utilize appropriate methods of effective night monitoring, which include rounds and walk-throughs of the building hourly, and document findings.Complete head counts and confirm in accordance with the current census.Acknowledge and document all behavior(s) on the part of any person served that is considered inappropriate or a cause for concern.Attempt to redirect any person served in a respectful and appropriate manner as needed and offer supportive counseling as deemed necessary.Utilize crisis intervention techniques & contingency plans whenever necessary based on person served need and staff assessment.Document significant medical, psychological, and social issues in client charts and shift rapport communication issues in Communication Log.Submit timely incident reports as established by RNP Policies and Procedures.Participate in personal and professional training and development activities to remain current with stands set forth by Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services for psychiatric rehabilitation facilities.Collaborate with other community service providers.Attend weekly team meetings.Assume all other appropriate duties as deemed necessary by the supervisor.Provide hourly roundsAssure the safety of the program.Wake clients up and help them prepare for their dayOversee breakfast in the morningAssist with chart audits and administrative duties, counting of encounter notesArchiving of discharged chartsDocumentation of water temperatureAssure program safety complianceOrdering suppliesQUALIFICATIONS:Knowledge of principles and techniques of basic counseling skills, crisis intervention and documentation.Understanding of the physical, psychological, social and economic effects of substance abuse, homelessness, medical and mental health disorders.Considerable knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding client confidentiality.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships with clients, colleagues and supervisors.Excellent communication skills.Ability to project a professional imageMust be able to walk up stairsMust be able to lift 10 lbs.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:Minimum of an associate’s degree in behavioral health and at least two (2) years’ experience in related field preferred with clients with co-occurring disorders; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Incumbents may be encouraged to secure professional certification (e.g. CAC and/or SCCD).A valid CT driver's license required.