What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Technician - Opioid Residential Program - Multiple Shifts: 7A-3P or 3rd Shift Overnight position at Claratel Behavioral Health?
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under general supervision of Program Manager and Director, provide direct service to adult men in substance use treatment residential program
ASSESSMENT:
Day-to-day observation of clients
Ongoing assessment of the treatment environment to maintain a safe and effective milieu
Synthesize information from shift reports to ensure effective implementation of treatment plans
Facilitate urine drug screens and breathalyzer screens to clients
COMMUNICATION:
Acts as a role model to demonstrate appropriate communication skills between other staff and clients
Provides mediation for clients in conflict situations and seeks professional assistance from supervisor when needed
Immediately communicates issues of safety and/or client health changes to supervisor
DELIVERY OF SERVICES:
Provide basic nursing care and training for clients admitted to the program
Observes self-administration of medication for clients
Documents observations and care provided in the clients’ individual medical record and/or unit logs (bed checks, etc.) as indicated
Conduct walk-throughs of the building to ensure client safety
Assist clients in keeping medical or psychiatric appointments
Transport clients to off-site programming and/or appointments as indicated or ordered
Verify documents pertaining to clients planned leave
Required to work holidays, weekends, or evenings.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma
Applicants will be required to provide a current three-year (3) Motor Vehicle Report prior to interview
Previous work experience working in a psychiatric/mental health setting
Pre-employment drug screening may be required. Selected applicant will be subject of an FBI Criminal History Record Check, and the applicant has the right to challenge the contents of their Criminal History Record Information, should they choose to do so. This employer participates in E-Verify.
For more information visit www.dekcsb.org/careers
DeKalb CSB is an equal opportunity employer regarding disability under VEVRRA and ADA
