What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recovery Technician position at Heartland Center for Behavioral Change?
SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL PAY FOR 1ST, 3rd, AND WEEKEND SHIFTS
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
• Monitors and intervenes with residents and ensures appropriate, acceptable behaviors are shown, physical and
emotional security is assured.
• Provides direct support to residents in order to meet treatment plan goals in accordance with the policies of the
facility and as agreed upon by the individual resident.
• Is responsible to follow all program schedules including meals, recreation, smoke breaks, groups, and other
activities outlined in the policies as changes occur.
• Completes medication counts as required, and reports issues related to medications, medical, or behavioral health
needs of the resident to the Program Manager or designee.
• Assists in resident admissions as outlined by supervisor and the program's needs.
• Monitors and documents daily chore completion as designated by supervisor, ensuring cleanliness of facility.
• Collects specimen to perform urine analysis and conducts Breathalyzer testing.
• Reports and documents observation accurately and completely.
• Participates in and meets ethical standards regarding all treatment and documentation practices, Quality
Assurance and Quality Improvement procedures, utilization management, and program/client outcomes.
• Follows all agency policies and procedures including emergency and corporate compliance policies and procedures
100% of the time.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
• Performs other related work as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
• Basic knowledge of substance use disorders and the criminal justice system
• Basic knowledge and understanding of human behavior, attitudes, and motivation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Skill in resolving conflicts and negotiating with others
• Skill in developing positive and productive participant relationships
• Ability to develop and maintain accurate, legible, organized records, and to prepare timely reports
• Ability to plan and organize working time effectively and to meet deadlines
• Ability to work effectively with persons from diverse cultures and backgrounds and to respect individual
differences
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriate