Residential Treatment Specialist (Part-Time)
Posted Sep 14, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026
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About your past
Unity House serves adults working through substance use disorders. What draws you to this kind of work?
What they are checking: Whether their motivation is grounded and sustainable, not a rescue mindset that burns out fast.
Tell me about a time you set a firm boundary with someone while staying kind.
What they are checking: Whether they can hold program rules without becoming harsh or getting pulled into favoritism.
This work can be emotionally heavy, especially when someone relapses. How do you take care of yourself?
What they are checking: Whether they have real habits for coping, which predicts whether they stay in the role.
What would you do
A resident comes back from a pass and you suspect they've used. What do you do?
What they are checking: Whether they follow program rules and safety steps while treating the person with respect.
Two residents start arguing loudly in the common area during an evening activity. How do you respond?
What they are checking: Whether they can de-escalate conflict calmly and keep the house safe for everyone.
Part of the job is leading daily program activities. How would you get a group of tired or unwilling residents to take part?
What they are checking: Whether they can engage people in recovery without lecturing or forcing them.
A resident tells you something personal and asks you not to tell anyone. How do you respond?
What they are checking: Whether they understand confidentiality limits and will not promise secrecy when safety may be at risk.
About the work
How would you describe addiction to someone who believes it's just a lack of willpower?
What they are checking: Whether they see substance use disorder as a disease, matching the program's disease management philosophy.
What signs would make you worried that a resident is in withdrawal or having a medical problem?
What they are checking: Whether they know when a situation needs nursing or medical help rather than just support.
How do you document what happened on your shift so the next staff member knows what they need to know?
What they are checking: Whether their notes are factual and useful, since residential care depends on clear shift-to-shift information.
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