Monitor at Old Colony YMCA

The Program Monitor position reports to the Barnstable County Community Justice Support Center located in Barnstable, MA. The Center is a community based facility serving justice involved adults, with a history of substance use.

The Monitor is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for both staff and Center participants. The Monitor will insure that clients enter and exit the Center in an appropriate manner and remain in assigned areas. S/he will be responsible for monitoring and collecting urine drug screens from clients.

Job Function:

• Supervise and monitor clients in all phases of daily routines including break periods.
• Monitor all educational and clinical classes/groups
• Take accurate attendance of all clients.
• Maintain accurate communication log entries.
• Collection and documentation of urine screens
• Provide client transportation to/from the Center in program vehicle when necessary
• Write incident reports as needed and communicate concerns to program management
• Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings and trainings as directed.
• Prevent crisis situations from escalating by intervening and counseling clients.
• Provide support and assistance in any crisis situation.
• Maintain work schedule as directed.

Education/Experience/Physical Requirements:

• Associates Degree preferred
• Minimum of two years experience working in the criminal justice field.
• Must be able to work some evenings and cover additional shifts as needed
• Must have a valid Drivers License and satisfactory driving record
• Must have visual and auditory acuity in order to maintain security of the center.