Direct Care Staff / Weekend Over Night

Adult & Teen Challenge of NEW INC. is seeking a part-time Direct Care Staff / Weekend Over Night to support a faith-based, 12-month residential rehabilitation program. Position SummaryThe Direct Care Staff / Weekend Over Night supervises clients during daily duties and activities in accordance with the program’s structure, policies, and spiritual mission. This role works under the direction of the Program Director to help create a safe, supportive environment that encourages personal growth and recovery. You will serve as a mentor and role model for clients by maintaining appropriate boundaries, supporting spiritual care when requested, and ensuring accurate documentation of shift activities and behavioral incidents. Key Responsibilities• Lead and supervise clients throughout the shift, including daily routines, lights out, morning wakeups, and related cleanup and devotions.

• Assist with client intake and discharge support and monitor self-administration of prescription medication, non-prescription medication, and vitamins using required documentation practices.
• Build healthy relationships with clients while maintaining professional boundaries, offering firmness and direction while pointing clients toward their personal goals.
• Provide spiritual care as requested, which may include praying with clients, leading devotions, and/or assisting with memorization of Bible passages.
• Complete required records, including logs, inventories, Incident Reports, discipline documentation, and medication log updates with dosage, times, and signatures.
• Safely transport clients to program functions, appointments, and outside activities while maintaining a driving record acceptable to the organization’s insurance carrier.
• Help maintain facility security through regular security checks and document findings as required; complete room searches and contraband documentation when instructed.
• Assist with client drug and/or alcohol testing when instructed, and document results; perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or senior management.

Required Qualifications• Demonstrated ability to relate to and mentor individuals with life-controlling problems, including the capacity to manage difficult or emotional situations.

• Commitment to the organization’s mission and values, including upholding the program’s standards and statements of faith.
• Ability to interpret Bible verses and apply biblical knowledge appropriately to each client’s individual needs, including willingness and ability to pray with clients and staff when needed.
• Strong servant-leadership skills in both one-on-one and group settings, with the ability to confront behavior effectively while maintaining professionalism.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, keep emotions under control, handle crisis-like situations, and follow established policies and procedures.
• Ability to remain on task and follow through with multiple concurrent assignments despite frequent interruptions and changing circumstances.