Substance Abuse Technician - Adult Residential

Job Summary: Substance Abuse Technician Full-Time Saturday - Wednesday 11pm-7:30am Rate of Pay: $16/hr Provides direct and indirect client care under the direction of the Program Director Duties and Responsibilities: Substance Abuse Technician · Provide for the personal care and comfort of A& D clients · Provide a safe, clean environment · Orient clients to the unit · Perform and record vital signs for respite and residential rehab clients, notifies RN of any changes · Monitor client's compliance with the program requirements/rules · Continuously observe client's behavior, mental status and activities, notifies RN, director and/or counselor of any changes or unusual occurrences · Demonstrate the ability to identify behaviors that require intervention · Escort clients when leaving the unit for activities and scheduled tests · Perform client safety checks at scheduled times, documents appropriately · Responsible for observation for high-risk clients · Communicate appropriately and clearly to the Director, RN's, and Counselors · Demonstrate the ability to set limits for clients and other de-escalation techniques · Documentation meets current standards and policies · Treat clients and families with respect and dignity, provides emotional support · Perform all aspects of client care in an environment that optimizes client safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors · Maintain appropriate levels of supplies for the unit · Answer the telephone in a professional manner, directs calls appropriately, and takes messages · Operate equipment safely and correctly · Maintain a good working relationship within the department and with the other departments of the facility · Demonstrate the ability to be organized and flexible, acts appropriately in stressful/emergency situations · Uses two identifiers for each client served to ensure identification · Performs other duties as assigned Regulatory Requirements: Substance Abuse Technician · High School Diploma or equivalent preferred · One to two years related experience as A & D preferred · Valid Driver’s License required Language Skills: · Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing · Additional languages preferred Skills: Substance Abuse Technician · Basic computer knowledge · Excellent interpersonal skills Job Type: Full-time Pay: $15.50 - $16.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: Employee assistance program Medical Specialty: Addiction Medicine Schedule: 8 hour shift Every weekend Monday to Friday Overnight shift Application Question(s): Why would you like to work for an alcohol and drug rehab center specifically? Have you been convicted of a felony within the last 5 years? Are you on Federal Supervision at this time? This includes Federal Pretrial, Federal Probation or Federal Parole. Experience: Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) Shift availability: Overnight Shift (Required) Work Location: In person