Are you passionate about making a difference in others' lives? Then come join the Straight and Narrow team!

Headquartered in Paterson, NJ, Straight and Narrow is the largest program of its kind. We provide innovative and compassionate services to individuals struggling with substance use and co-occurring disorders. We are looking for dedicated, caring and compassionate people to work in our Residential/Outpatient Treatment Facilities and Community Programs.

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Residential Life Associate (Per Diem)

• You must be flexible to work varied shifts including day, evening, overnight and/or weekends.
• Must be willing to travel to programs to work needed hours.

Location: Paterson, NJ

Job Summary:

Provide supervision, support and direction to residential addiction treatment clients, while maintaining a safe, disciplined and caring environment on the unit and in all other venues in which clients are present.

Position Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

Client Supervision and Support

Provide direct supervision and support to clients on unit.

Maintain high visibility in client areas to provide structure and supervision.

Assist/supervise clients in maintaining the safety and cleanliness of the facility.

Assist clients in attaining internal structure by strictly following established schedule.

Know the names of all clients on the unit and their room assignments.

Introduce self to all new clients on their first day on the unit and inform them of your role on the unit and the times you will be present.

Complete rounds of unit every 30 minutes and ensure that all clients are accounted for.

Ensure a one (1) staff per twenty four (24) client ratio during waking hours and one (1) staff per thirty (30) during sleeping hours, and two staff members at all times.

Benefits:

For full time positions, we offer medical, vision, dental, life and supplemental life insurance. Accidental and Critical Illness Insurance, 403B with employer match, Paid Time off (PTO), in house training seminars, two training days for certified professionals. SN also offers supervision for those individuals trying to become licensed in NJ as a LCADC/CADC, LSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC and LMFT. We participate in employee discount programs such as the Working Advantage program.

Qualifications:

30 CADC Credits/Recovery Specialist or High School Diploma with one (1) year relevant experience working in the field of Addiction and Mental Health. Have and/or maintain CPR/First Aid certification or achieve CPR/First Aid certification within thirty (30) days from the date of hire. Valid driver’s license from the state of residence and a clear driving record. Good computer skills.

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) – we will discontinue the use of any recruitment resources which engages in direct or indirect discriminatory practices.