What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time - Treatment Support Technician 2 position at Gateway Rehabilitation Center Corp HQ?
Description:
ATTENTION! $500 SIGN-ON BONUS!
Gateway Rehab has an outstanding opportunity for a Part-time Treatment Support Technician 2 in our Waynesburg, PA location. Our Technician facilitates programming and assures the integrity of the therapeutic milieu. This position receives frequent supervision and instruction.
Responsibilities
- Facilitates discussion groups and activities.
- Monitors patient behavior.
- Conducts handbook orientation.
- Conducts searches of patient belongings, rooms and person.
- Acts as a liaison between clinical staff and patients.
- Assists patients in completion of patient assessment forms.
- Assists with phone calls to family members/friends and referral sources.
- Assists with crises intervention.
- Transports patients to meetings, if applicable.
- Documents involvement with patients in progress notes.
- Collects urine and completes paperwork for drug screening as necessary.
- Provides post-discharge contacts/referrals under therapist direction.
- Monitors medication taken by clients and documents accordingly, if applicable.
- Works in the gift shop, if applicable.
- Manages menu and nutrition needs if applicable.
- Manages donation and patient requests, if applicable to the location.
- Monitors smoke breaks in the hospital setting, if applicable.
- Completes intake paperwork as needed.
- Monitors clients’ ADLs - including chores, behaviors, and grooming issues.
- Remains on duty until relieved.
- Attends mandatory GRC trainings and in-services.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of 12 step programs and/or other recovery support and/or addictions preferred.
- Ability to adhere to ethical guidelines and maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
- Ability to convey information in a clear and concise manner.
- Ability to listen to patients without judgement.
- Ability to show empathy and understanding to patients.
- High school diploma or GED.
Preferred Requirements
- Some college preferred.
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver's license and a clean driving record which allows the ability to drive patients to and from appointments, support groups, activities or other travel as assigned.
- Pass a PA Criminal History Record Check.
- Obtain PA or a State Child Abuse and FBI fingerprinting clearances.
- Obtain CPR/First Aid training.
- Pass Drug Screen
- TB Testing
- This position requires mandatory staffing coverage when necessary to provide a safe treatment environment for Gateway residents.
- Required to remain awake and alert while on duty.
- If living a life of recovery, must attest to at least 18 months in recovery from substance use disorder.
Work Conditions
- Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
- Favorable working conditions.
- Minimal physical demand.
- Moderate mental demands to respond to patients' simultaneous requests.
Gateway Rehab is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V
