What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technician- Residential position at Buffalo Valley Inc?
DEPT: Hohenwald - Main Facility
SCHEDULE: Varies based on site coverage needs / Shifts available - 2nd, 3rd, and Weekends
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- The employee understands and practices Universal Precautions at all times.
- Answers the telephone, takes messages and/or sends messages to individual staff voice mailbox (at the discretion of the caller).
- Completes pre-admission screening forms on prospective clients calling after hours.
- Provides for the confidentiality of the individual client in treatment. Prior to giving out any information to any caller about any client, checks the client database system for an Authorized Release of Information for that particular caller from the specific client. Also, ensures that only authorized information is given.
- Assists clients with any supplies or equipment, linen, books, etc.
- Assists client in becoming accustomed to the facility routine and encourages them to participate in treatment, social and recreational activities to promote rehabilitation.
- Enforces all house rules while on duty.
- Inspects common areas and ensures they are maintained each shift. This includes rest rooms, staging room, linen closet, laundry facilities, hallways, etc.
- Locks all outside doors and provides night time security watch during non-business hours
- Work a flexible schedule as needed for site coverage.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Some computer skills. Ability to type 20 wpm.
- Able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Keeps a current CPR and First Aid certifications, required
- Pass Background Check and Drug Screen, required
- Valid TN D.L. with "F" endorsement required; "F" endorsement can be obtained once hired.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent preferred
- High School Diploma or GED, preferred
BENEFITS AVAILABLE
- Health
- Vision
- Dental insurance
- Paid Vacation and Sick time
- 401K
- Life Insurance (Company Paid)
- Life Insurance (Voluntary purchase)
- Optional: AFLAC policies available through payroll deduction
Buffalo Valley is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Buffalo Valley does not discriminate against a job applicant or an employee because of the person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
