What are the responsibilities and job description for the Addiction Technician or Specialist PRN position at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery?
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Description
Are you looking for ultimate flexibility and like a challenge? Do you have solid clinical skills and substance use counseling experience? Are you a team-player capable of working independently, and is effective performing in a busy environment? Come join the Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) Detox team as a PRN (as needed) Addiction Technician or Specialist working at least 2 shifts per month. Our Addiction Technicians and Specialists support in the direct clinical care to clients, provide milieu management, and ensure safety of individuals or groups in a detoxification treatment program.
About the team.
Detox provides 24/7 acute care services to clients who are intoxicated and/or in acute withdrawal. Team consists of Shift Coordinators, Addiction Technicians/Specialists, Peer Recovery Coaches, Case Managers, and Outreach Drivers.
Available Shifts. This position is fully on-site working 5 or 10 hour shifts. Shifts include:
- Day, Sunday - Wednesday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Overnight, Sunday - Wednesday 9:00 pm - 7:00 am
- Swing Shift, Sunday - Wednesday 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Day, Wednesday - Saturday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Overnight, Wednesday - Saturday 9:00 pm - 7:00 am
- Swing Shift, Wednesday - Saturday 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Salary for this role. Starting wage is based on experience and company equity. Paid bi-weekly.
- High School Degree with CAT or Bachelor's Degree: $22.04 - $33.07 per hour
- Bachelor's Degree with CAS: $24.25 - $36.36 per hour
Shift Differential Pay. The afternoon or swing shift differential is paid from 3 pm to 11 pm. The evening shift differential is paid from 11 pm to 7 am. The Weekend day shift is paid from 7 am to 3 for Saturday and Sunday only.
- Overnight Weekday (Monday - Thursday): $2.50/hour
- Overnight Weekend (Friday, Saturday & Sunday): $3.50/hour
- Swing Weekday (Mon-Thurs): $1.25/hour
- Swing Weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun): $1.75/hour
- Day Weekend (Sat, Sun): $1.00/hour
Bilingual Language Differential Pay. *rate depends on language requirements for the position and the candidate's fluency.
- Employees will receive scheduled earnings on a bi-weekly basis, equivalent to 5% of their regular base rate (hourly or salaried), with a maximum amount of $3,000.00 per calendar year. The annual maximum amount will be prorated based on full-time equivalency (FTE).
Responsibilities:
- Interact with a client population that is actively intoxicated and/or experiencing symptoms of withdrawal.
- Provide guidance, safety, stability, and direction to clients.
- Identify emergency signals and situations and reacts appropriately.
- Perform accurate, legal, timely and ethical documentation at all times, including admissions and discharges, inventories and screening of clients personal belongings, and charting of all significant interactions with each client.
- Monitor and document client vital signs, physical condition and behavior as needed. Enters data using Electronic Health.
- Record and Microsoft office product software.
- Monitor/observe Urinalysis (UA) or Breath Alcohol (BA) tests as needed and documents appropriately.
- Monitor the facility to insure it is maintained in a neat and orderly manner and that all outside doors remain secured.
- Dispose of biohazard waste according to OSHA standards.
- Refer client to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling when needed.
- May assist in transporting admitted clients to hospitals, aftercare, or other approved services as directed by the Shift Supervisor.
- Staff member will complete needed care coordination tasks for their assigned role.
Qualifications
Requirements:
- Current CPR/First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
- Preferred: Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP).
- Preferred: Bilingual in Spanish and English.
- Preferred: Valid Colorado Driver's License with a driving record that meets organization's requirements.
- Technician Requirements:
- High School diploma with Certified Addiction Technician (CAT) actively registered with Colorado Department of Regulatory Affairs (DORA) or Bachelors’ degree with plan to obtain CAT credential within 18 months from hire date.
- Entry level position - zero to six months experience.
- Specialist Requirements:
- CAS (Certified Addiction Specialist) actively registered with Colorado Department of Regulatory Affairs (DORA) is required.
- Six months' work experience in behavioral health or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Vaccination and TB Test.
At AMHR the health and safety of our clients and staff are our top priorities. As part of this commitment, all employees are required to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and present a negative TB test result before their first day of work. Proof of both the flu shot and negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions can be requested if necessary.
Benefits:
- Accrued Sick Pay
- Employee Assistance Program
Our Mission, Vision and Core Values.
Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.
Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.
Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.
Diversity Statement.
We are committed to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to ensure that it is interwoven into the fabric of our organization. We support and nourish an inclusive and welcoming environment for employees from diverse backgrounds.
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