Overnight CDCA

MAPLE & ASH MIAMI LLC; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

MAPLE & ASH MIAMI LLC is seeking a CDCA-certified counselor assistant to support daily program operations and client care in Lorain, OH. The role focuses on maintaining a safe environment, aiding admissions, and ensuring client adherence to schedules and policies.

The position involves co-facilitating psychoeducational groups, supervising activities, enforcing rules, and documenting interactions in the EHR system while collaborating with staff to monitor client progress.

Qualifications

• Active CDCA certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with mental health or substance use populations preferred.
• Strong communication, observation and problem-solving skills.
• Current TB test.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure environment for clients, staff, and visitors by monitoring premises, conducting routine patrols, and observing client behavior.
• Monitor facility access, surveillance systems, alarms, and building conditions; report any irregularities or safety concerns immediately.
• Support admissions staff with new client intake and orientation per program policies.
• Ensure clients follow schedules for meals, groups, therapy, meetings, and appointments.
• Co-facilitate psychoeducational groups and may lead meditation groups.
• Supervise clients during recreational activities, ensuring engagement and adherence to guidelines.
• Enforce program rules and maintain accountability per client handbooks.
• Assist with urinalysis collection and breathalyzer testing as required.
• Document client interactions, incidents, and observations in the EHR system for continuity of care.
• Communicate effectively with team about client behavior, concerns, and progress.

Skills

Active CDCA certification

Strong communication

Observation skills

Problem-solving

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EHR system

Job description

The Evening CDCA is responsible for supporting client care, maintaining a safe and structured environment, and assisting with daily program operations. Duties include, but are not limited to:Maintain a safe and secure environment for clients, staff, and visitors by monitoring premises, conducting routine patrols, and observing client behaviorMonitor facility access, surveillance systems, alarms, and building conditions; report any irregularities or safety concerns immediatelySupport admissions staff with new client intake and orientation in accordance with program policies and proceduresEnsure clients remain on schedule for meals, groups, therapy sessions, meetings, and appointmentsCo-facilitate psychoeducational groups and may lead meditation groupsSupervise clients during recreational and leisure activities, ensuring engagement and adherence to program guidelinesSupport staff in enforcing program rules and maintaining accountability in accordance with client handbooksAssist with urinalysis collection and breathalyzer testing in compliance with policies and proceduresAccurately document client interactions, incidents, and observations in the EHR system to ensure continuity of careCommunicate effectively with team members regarding client behavior, concerns, and progressQualificationsActive CDCA (Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant) certification requiredHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredExperience working with mental health and/or substance use disorder populations preferredBasic computer skills for documentation and communicationStrong communication, observation, and problem-solving skillsAbility to follow policies, procedures, and regulatory requirementsCurrent TB test