Behavioral Health Monitor

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Good News Home Inc. – Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Facility

Good News Home Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting women in recovery. Our facility serves up to 12 women at a time, providing residential short-term, long-term, and aftercare services.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Monitor to work directly with our clients, ensuring their daily needs are met in a safe and supportive environment. This role also plays a vital part in assisting clinical staff and maintaining the integrity of our treatment program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct house checks every two hours to ensure clients are actively engaged in program activities or otherwise productively occupied.
• Provide safe and reliable transportation for clients to group meetings, church services, and other required activities.
• Maintain accurate and detailed daily log entries, documenting client concerns and behavioral observations.
• Promptly report any issues regarding clients to the Clinical Staff, including transmitting daily incident reports via email.
• Administer scheduled drug tests in accordance with facility protocols.
• Participate in staff training sessions and meetings as scheduled.
• Provide verbal shift reports to incoming staff for seamless transition and continuity of care.
• Ensure adherence to all house rules, maintaining a structured and therapeutic living environment.
• Conduct intake checklist procedures for new admissions, ensuring proper orientation and support.

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is necessary.
• Valid driver’s license
• Self-motivated and requiring minimal supervision
• Experience working in a group home environment
• Two (2) years of substance abuse and/or mental health experience is helpful
• Ability to exercise good judgment and boundaries
• Ability to interact with a wide range of individuals with respect.
• Proficient in office software including Word, Excel, and Internet use.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• 401K
• Paid vacation and personal time off
• Free classes are offered to those who wish to establish a career in addiction counseling

Federal Student Loan Borrowers

• Good News Home is a nonprofit organization and is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC). As an employee, you may qualify for the Student Loan Forgiveness Program.