Counselor Assistant 3pm-11pm

Northpointe Council is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Counselor Assistant to join our team at the First Step Center , a residential treatment facility. This full-time position is ideal for individuals with experience or a strong interest in the substance use disorder field who want to make a difference in the lives of others. A shift differential of an additional $2.00 per hour applies to any hours worked between 7pm and 7am

Schedule:

3:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Includes Every Other Weekend.

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK EVERY OTHER WEEKEND

Job Summary:

The Counselor Assistant provides direct client services, including monitoring behavior, supporting daily activities, facilitating participation in recovery programs, transporting clients, and assisting with admissions, documentation, and care planning.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor client behavior and safety during all activities, including group sessions, meals, chores, recreation, and external appointments Conduct room checks and ensure accountability for all clients Support clients in completing program activities, developing time management and hygiene skills, and attending sobriety support meetings Transport clients to approved destinations and assist with safe transfer when needed Orient new clients to the facility and assist with admission paperwork and personal belongings Complete initial assessments and recovery care plans Provide support with documentation, filing, discharge preparation, and other administrative tasks Comply with all agency policies and attend required trainings and meetings

Qualifications:

Minimum Education:

High School Diploma Preferred:

Associate's degree and/or CASAC-T; coursework in substance use disorders

Experience:

At least 1 year of relevant paid or internship experience

License:

Valid New York State Driver's License required Benefits include: 35-hour full time work week 10 paid holidays + 2

Floating Holidays Vacation:

10 days first year, 15 days after 1 year Sick time: 63 hours per year Personal time: 21 hours per year Company paid life insurance 403b with up to 7% contribution upon qualification

Health Insurance:

Independent Health choice of 2 policies Guardian Dental, Vision FSA Flexible Spending account HRA Health Reimbursement account Professional development assistance EAP Employee Assistance Program Northpointe Council, Inc complies with all State and Federal Labor Standards & Guidelines including, but not limited to:

FMLA:

Family and Medical Leave Act | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov) EEOC Home | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov)

EPPA:

Employee Polygraph Protection Act | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov)

USERRA:

Know Your Rights | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov)

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.19 - $22.22 per hour

Benefits:

403(b) AD&D insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Niagara Falls, NY 14303 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Niagara Falls, NY 14303: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person