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Posted August 22, 2026

Smoke Monitor (Posted 04-28-26)

The Plaza Rehab and Nursing Center
New York, NY, US Full Time
22.39USD per hour

Job Description

Job Description

OVERVIEW:

The primary purpose of the Recreation Clerk/Smoking Monitor is to provide each resident with a safe smoking environment. Monitor residents during smoking hours. This is a Full-Time position Monday to Friday - From 11:00am to 7:00pm.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Chart and keep track of cigarette count for each resident.

  • Clean cigarette cart. Update and organize smoking books.

  • If assigned to be on direct monitoring, make sure you are always within arm reach of your 1:1 at all times

  • Ensuring supervision of patients at all times. Providing patients with emotional support.

  • Refraining from performing additional, unauthorized functions (patient care, changing, showering, toileting, ADL Care).

  • Detecting changes in condition of patients. Alerting nursing and/or social service staff when patients need help. Maintaining Close observation sheets daily.

  • Maintaining confidentiality of patient information. Adhering to relevant policies, procedures and standards.

  • Make beds on the floor you are assigned to.

  • Make rounds on the unit. Checking rooms for smokers, well-being checks. Check bathroom for smokers.

  • Pass out ice and hygiene product.

  • Be visible in the milieu

  • Monitor Dining room during mealtime.

  • Relieve other psych tech for all breaks.

  • Cleaning out bedside table, assisting with the upkeep of resident's personal space.

  • Monitor the smoke patio during smoke times.

  • During smoke times, assist with passing cigarettes, as necessary

  • Assist TR Department with transportation, resident mail delivery, clerical duties etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

· A High School Diploma / GED

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