licensed vocational nurse

assistant

addiction recovery consultant

cook

scheduler

Alta-Mira-Recovery-Programs

Our team is capable of very high level, comprehensive work with a complex clinical population. We have developed a highly regarded national reputation for the quality of our clinical work and treatment outcomes. The team dynamic, layers of collaboration, and setting all make for a work place that is rewarding, challenging (in a good way), and never dull. Residential treatment can definitely be demanding at times, but our staff get along well across all levels, are supported and appreciated for their efforts, and have fun in the midst of it all. Even in my position, I learn constantly from the people I work with here. Alta Mira operates in a beautiful, unique setting and provides a level of care that is far beyond what is found elsewhere. This program has had a long history but significant improvements have been made in the past few years. At this point in its existence, the team culture is healthy and strong, the program is stable and operating at its best-ever level, and we are having a profound impact in the lives of those who seek our help.

A typical day involved reviewing the staff notes from the previous crew onsite. I would then get a feeling for how the patients were behaving. I would meet with some of the patients that were particularly challenged that day. One of the aspects of program counselor was to check-in and check-out personal items. This would include doing bag searches and final assessments for their time at the treatment center. 

The hardest part of the job was the low pay. I became a licensed therapist while I was there and asked for a raise and the funding could not provide such. Ultimately that is why I left the job. 

My favorite part of the job was watching the clients grow that wanted to be there.

if you are the kind of person, that, likes to get up early, go to work in the fog, work at a beautiful landmark , in the town . Enjoy helping people, and being there for whatever their needs. the alta mira recovery is the best there is. from the way they treat the people . the place is great , and, the people even better all professional people who are doing the best they can.
benefits are great. the work is hard but , very rewarding .

What is the best part of working at the company?
Nothing good about this place, poor management. Low hourly pay. Management is greedy of clients money and clients are mistreated 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Staff leaving company due to over worked and less pay. Management is not doing their job in taking care of staff and clients, they are money hungary

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Hopeless. Payless, Poor management.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Bad, worse, not formal  training

Work day included onoe on one session with my clients, four staff facilitated recovery groups, one or two optional groups i.e. massage, Yoga, Tai Chi, meditation, Family Therapy on weekends, couples therapy on request, 12 Step (three times a week), three meals with clients, two supervision sessions a day, and regular psych testing, one drama therapu per week, weekly staff meeting with clinical and medical staff, special group outings, and special referrals, etc.

I loved working at Alta Mira. To this day it is still the most enjoyable place I've worked. The staff is fun, supportive and loving. There is great communication between all teams. You are provided meals, of great quality! There are given challenges in this line of work, but it is beyond rewarding and the opportunity to get to know the residents and staff on such a personal level makes all of the challenges well worth it. I miss this place!! 

It was fine......many dedicated people working towards helping others. The eventual leadership, soon after I was hired was progressive and focused. A very positive experience. Many very needful clients who found help here.

Challenging environment in a niche market of high end treatment.  Workplace culture was rigid and entrenched in social class, entitlement, and wealth.  Program continues to evolve into a world class, integrated co-occurring environment.

I really enjoy my role at alta mira but the lack of staff makes it difficult it you fall ill or co worker there is no one hired for coverage . Your made to feel guilty if you have a emergency or need time off due to circumstances out of your control.

There are too many Chief and no Indians. No job security. No union, people are afraid to speak the truth.    
Management lacks experience and compassion. 

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