Residential Program Assistant: Recovery Support & Admin

Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers Inc; Painesville (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Retirement plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Vision insurance

EAP

Job summary

Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers Inc. is seeking a Residential Program Assistant to support staff by facilitating resident interactions, tracking documentation, and overseeing medication administration in a safe, recovery-focused environment.

The role involves house inspections, coordinating data collection with counselors, handling daily operations, and responding to emergencies while upholding client confidentiality and professional ethics. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or CDCA license preferred.
• Understanding of substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders; familiarity with community resources.
• Commitment to 12-step recovery principles.
• Experience in a residential treatment setting preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in computer applications and data management.
• Minimum of 1 year in a personal recovery program, if applicable.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Interact with residents to encourage recovery while following rules, policies, and safety standards.
• Track client forms and complete charting in compliance with agency policies.
• Ensure medication self-administration, monitoring, storage, and disposal are safe.
• Notify pharmacy or medical provider when prescriptions need refilled.
• Compile client outcome reports and coordinate data collection with the counselor.
• Deliver cash receipts to Accounts Receivable/Billing Specialist for deposits.
• Participate in staff meetings, manage correspondence, and handle agency phone calls.
• Conduct house inspections and report maintenance issues.
• Manage normal residential operations and emergency situations independently.
• Uphold client confidentiality and knowledge of client rights and grievance procedures.
• May transport residents.
• Remain on duty beyond scheduled times if welfare of residents is affected.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Data management

Computer applications

Education

Associate degree

CDCA license

Job description

Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers Inc. is seeking a Residential Program Assistant to support staff by facilitating resident interactions, tracking documentation, and overseeing medication administration in a safe, recovery-focused environment.

The role involves house inspections, coordinating data collection with counselors, handling daily operations, and responding to emergencies while upholding client confidentiality and professional ethics. A valid driver’s license is required.