MISSION STATEMENT
Are you ready to give back to the community while pursuing your passion? For over 50 years, Acacia Network and its affiliates have been committed to improving the quality-of-life and wellbeing of underserved communities in New York City and beyond. We are one of the leading human services organizations in New York City and the largest Hispanic-led nonprofit in the State, serving over 150,000 individuals every year. Our programs serve individuals at every age and developmental level, from the very young through our daycare programs to mature adults through our older adults centers. Our extensive array of community-based services are fully integrated, bilingual and culturally competent.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Operations Aide staff will provide overall supervision and support in the residential program to ensure the seamless and safe operations of the facility, client schedule, and client transportation to and from all scheduled appointments.
KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Responsible for the operations of the facility to promote safety, security, and adherence to the program schedule for clients and staff.
- Facilitates and engages clients in individual and group educational discussions essential to daily living skills, including personal hygiene, learning new task or skills and similar information about important life skill.
- Coordinates and verifies client movement throughout the facility including to and from restrooms, classrooms, activity room, program outdoor spaces, and all off-site/outdoor events, activities and appointments.
- Reports incidents, accidents, and clients concerns or problems to appropriate management and clinical staff.
- Documents status of facility in proper logbook.
- Monitors clients conduct and overall behavior during tour of duty.
- Searches and distributes client’s property and mail while conducting inspections for contraband according to established organizational policy.
- Conducts crisis intervention techniques to client’s exhibiting disruptive/unusual behavior.
- Engages “de-escalation” intervention with client’s exhibiting acting-out behaviors.
- Conducts rounds on an hourly basis to assess clients conduct plus ensure the ongoing safety and cleanliness of the facility.
- Attends and participates in all required educational trainings to develop skills and techniques.
- Remains on duty always until assigned relief arrives.
- Assist in the implementation of program operations improvements and treatment upgrades including policy changes, room reassignments, etc.
- Other duties as assigned within the scope of operations functional duties.
REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or GED, required.
- One (1) year related counseling experience in Substance Abuse/Mental Health (Preferred)
- Obtain within six months of hire:
- Supporting Recovery with Medications Addictions Treatment (MAT)
- Obtain within thirty days of hire:
- Justice Center Code of Conduct Training
- Confidentiality related to 42CFR (3 Hours)
- Mandated reporter (2 hours)
- Excellent organizational, reporting, recordkeeping skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
- Ability to organize and maintain detailed records; complete necessary paperwork and meet deadlines.
- Ability to make decisions based on education preparation and experience, which reflect consistency with Agency philosophy, policies and procedures, standards of care and review body requirements.
- Bilingual – Spanish speaking a plus.
WHY JOIN US?
Acacia Network provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer generous paid time off, including vacation days and paid holidays, to support a healthy work-life balance. We prioritize the well-being of our employees both professionally and personally.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- One year of related counseling experience in substance abuse or mental health
- Supporting Recovery with Medications Addictions Treatment training within six months of hire
- Justice Center Code of Conduct training within thirty days of hire
- Confidentiality related to 42 CFR training within thirty days of hire
- Mandated reporter training within thirty days of hire
- Excellent organizational, reporting, and recordkeeping skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to organize detailed records, complete paperwork, and meet deadlines
- Ability to make decisions consistent with agency policies, standards of care, and procedures
- Bilingual Spanish-speaking ability
What We Do
Acacia Network is a leading human services organization in New York City and one of the largest Hispanic-led nonprofits in the State, providing integrated, culturally-competent, and trauma-informed programs in the areas of health, housing, social services, economic development, and cultural revitalization to more than 150,000 individuals annually. Our Network comprises 100+ affiliates and related entities, with over 2,700 employees across four boroughs in New York City, Buffalo, Albany, Dunkirk, and Syracuse in New York State, as well as Maryland, Tennessee, Arkansas, Georgia, Connecticut, and Puerto Rico. Acacia Network is always looking for talented individuals to join our expanding team. To see our latest job postings, please visit: www.acacianetwork.org/careers. Acacia Network is an equal opportunity employer.
