Behavior & Addictions Coordinator

The Behavior & Addictions Coordinator (BAC) is responsible for identifying, facilitating, and coordinating behavioral health supports and services for residents in relation to their addiction or substance use needs. This position will provide individual support for residents as well as create and support programs within the Residence that promote overall resident well-being. As part of the Behavioral Health Team, the BAC will coordinate with nursing services, direct care, resident services, and other staff members to ensure that behavioral health needs are identified and behavioral health plans are effectively implemented. They will also coordinate services with community-based providers and appropriate resources.

  • Full-time
  • Onsite at our assisted living facility (Macdonald Residence)
  • Schedule: Flexible

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with the behavioral health, resident services, and nursing departments to identify, facilitate, and support the implementation of Behavior Support Plans for residents (examples of challenging behaviors addressed in such plans may include those related to substance use, anger towards staff or residents, depression, delusions, dementia/memory loss, anxiety, etc.)
  • Create Relapse Prevention Plans for residents at intake and on an ongoing basis.
  • Facilitate recovery groups either on-site or in coordination with community agencies.
  • Complete Incident Reports and follow-up in coordination with the Behavioral Health Team.
  • As appropriate, assist the Director of Behavioral Services with quarterly care conferences and with evaluations related to admissions.
  • Facilitate staff training on substances and addiction in coordination with the Director of Behavioral Services.
  • Partner with local law enforcement regarding disposal and reporting of illegal substances in coordination with the Community Safety Team.
  • Organize and facilitate educational, skill-building, wellness, recovery, and training for residents.
  • Develop and manage resident plans for safe substance use.
  • Identify and document resident addiction triggers and create accompanying safety plans.
  • Foster relationships with The Neighborhood Programs and other community resources most relevant for residents, including various recovery programs, substance use disorder treatment programs, mental health providers, peer support programs, etc.
  • Complete continuing education in order to provide excellent care and meet state requirements.
  • Interact in a professional manner with residents, the general public, and co-workers. Display willingness to assist co-workers. Support a dignified and caring atmosphere for residents, residents’ families, visitors, and staff.
  • Observe problems, concerns, and issues in the facility and communicate them appropriately.
  • Observe all work, safety, and administrative rules.
  • Adhere to all established policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of, and adhere to procedures for fire, life safety, disaster, security, work, safety, and other emergency procedures.
  • Assist with projects as assigned and perform other related duties.

Qualifications / Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent with minimum 5 years related experience and/or training.
  • Certification CADC-I or higher through MHACBO, required.
  • Food handling experience preferred.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to effectively communicate, understand, and follow written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to keep all resident information confidential and follow HIPAA policies and protocols.
  • Ability to organize and utilize time appropriately and accomplish assigned tasks.
  • Ability to protect the privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to the resident, employee, residence, and company.
  • Can successfully contribute to a strong, cohesive team environment.
  • Familiarity with community support systems, health care, and human service resources, court, and police activities.
  • Excellent organizational skills and administrative abilities.
  • Ability to take initiative and remain self-directed.
  • Ability to be objective and treat staff and residents in a fair and equitable manner.
  • Requires passing a pre-employment background check.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions listed above.

  • Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and to talk and hear.
  • Frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms.
  • Occasionally required to stand; walk; walk and stoop, kneel, and crouch.
  • Occasionally required to move or lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Frequently required to climb and descend up to three flights of stairs multiple times per day.

The environment is characteristic of a facility in which healthcare is provided to the frail elderly and individuals requiring additional assistance due to special needs. The noise level is usually moderate.

Benefits/perks

  • 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees, with dependent coverage options available
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 4% (eligible after 60 days)
  • TriMet pass or parking reimbursement
  • Generous paid time off: 10 paid holidays plus over 5 weeks of PTO
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial, and personal support
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
  • Meal provided during on-site shift

Compensation

Starting hourly rate: $23.00 – $29.00/hr (+ $2 shift differential for all hours worked after 6 PM if that schedule is selected)

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Jobs@maybellecenter.org.

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