Shift Coordinator

Shift Coordinator McLean Hospital United States, Massachusetts, Arlington 17 Hillside Avenue (Show on map) May 13, 2026 Summary Under the direction of the program director, and in partnership with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, the Shift Coordinator is an experienced community residential counselor with additional duties and responsibilities. This particular position includes engagement with patient admissions, coordination of patients' peer recovery meetings, and oversight of program vehicle maintenance. The work of the Shift Coordinator is central to the safety and well-being of all residents and program personnel. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions

• Community Residential Counselor duties:
• Leading groups and checking in with patients.
• Group and shift documentation.
• Medication administration.
• Coordination and provision of patient transportation as required.
• Communication about patient status and progress with other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Rounding on floor to assure the well-being of people and the environment.
• Doors closed or locked as required.
• Program supplies stored as required.
• Patient rooms are observed for compliance with program policies.
• Patients in need of special attention are noted and cared for.
• Admissions Duties.
• Under the direction of the Admissions Director, engages in:
• Pre-admission interviews and review of application materials.
• Communication with other hospital unit staff concerning referrals.
• Communication with outside referral sources and family members.
• Scheduling of admissions.
• Insurance verification in conjunction with relevant hospital units.

• Patient Peer Recovery Meeting Coordination:

• Leads team effort to develop weekly peer recovery meeting schedule, including selection of types of meetings and any outside speakers.
• Supports team members to implement schedule and addresses any concerns.
• Updates members of the multidisciplinary team on progress.
• Vehicle Maintenance Oversight.
• Ensuring that program vehicles are maintained and inspected according to hospital policies and procedures.
• Reporting any concerns to hospital's vehicle maintenance leadership.
• Participating in hospital's vehicle maintenance committee. Education Bachelor's Degree preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience One year of experience in milieu work at treatment program for substance use and co-occurring psychiatric disorders 1-2 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Demonstrated understanding of recovery principles and ability to apply them in treatment setting.
• Previous experience in automotive industry preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs
• 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision•Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision•Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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