Technician

POSITION SUMMARY :

· This therapeutic mentor will serve as a direct care staff for our residential substance abuse treatment facility that serves adult women. This position provides supervision and support to residents as a part of the 24 hour direct care staff. The tech will be part of the team that provides oversight for the women during nontraditional business hours.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Provides supervision and support for program participants as a part of residential program staffing for 24 hour per day, 7 day per week schedule.

· Documents client activity, progress and needs per established record keeping procedures.

· Participates in monthly staff meetings to obtain information, provide information, and assist with service planning.

· Provides support services for program participants under the direction of therapeutic staff.

· Operate basic office equipment as needed to meet facility needs.

· Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of facility, including monitoring program participants’ activities.

· Orients clients to facility rules and addresses client non-compliance as necessary to create a safe and secure environment for other residents.

· Works as a team member with other program staff to provide direct care to clients.

· Observes program participants during medication time, documenting compliance/noncompliance.

· Exhibit good verbal/written communication skills

· Remains knowledgeable of support group services that provide support services for persons with substance abuse problems and their families.

· Answer or direct incoming referrals with appropriate information.

· Develops supportive relationship with clients.

· Displays a courteous and caring attitude at all times to the clientele, volunteers, and visitors of the Agency.

· Cooperates and collaborates with program area staff, volunteers, and other Agency staff.

· Is dependable and punctual regarding scheduling and attendance.

· Abides by all specific program and Agency procedures, policies, and requirements.

· Develops personal and program related skills through participation in internal and external training opportunities including printed material and audio and/or visual media. This will include but is not limited to recognition of co-occuring conditions.

· Performs other program related duties as assigned.

PREFERRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

· Interest/Education in human services, psychology, social work, sociology or a related field

· 2 or more years experience in human services field

· Alcohol/drug abuse experience preferred

· Valid driver license/ acceptable driving record

MINIMUM QUALFICATIONS

· Knowledge of the 12 steps treatment program

· High School Diploma

· Valid Driver license/acceptable driving record

· Associates degree or higher in human service related field or two years experience/training or lived recovery experience with demonstrated skills and competencies in the provision of substance abuse services.

Hours per week:

• 10-19

Typical end time:

• 12PM

Typical start time:

• 4PM

This Job Is:

• Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
• A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)
• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Weekends only

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19