Counselor Assistant

Location: Vista House Women and Children's Reintegration Residence 111 McCarty Ave Albany, NY 12202

Shift: Monday-Friday, 4pm-12am

Counselor Assistant Responsibilities:

• Monitoring and observing the physical, mental, and emotional status of admitted client's day or night.


• Daily and nightly monitoring and reporting on all Men's Residences client rooms, kitchen, and common areas for program compliance, health, safety, and security.


• Reports progress on residence at every shift change.


• Provides assistant to residents, this includes motivation, support and encouragement for client goals.


• Logs telephone, personal visits and significant event or information during your shift into the Residential logbook.


• Transports clients to treatment program activities, D.S.S., medical and legal appointments, recreational opportunities and in emergencies.


• Conducts random and routine urine drug screens. Log all information and prepare for pick up.


• Performs other duties as assigned by Program Manager.

Licenses, Certificates, or Registrations: Valid New York State driver license required with clean driving record. CPR and First Aid certified preferred.

Education Requirements: High school diploma or GED. Attending or completed 350-hour CASAC course a plus.