What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Support/Technician II position at Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc?
Since its founding in 1972, Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc. (TTC) has emerged as a cutting-edge provider in the field of integrated behavioral health care. Using innovation and a long-term vision, TTC has combined comprehensive alcohol and drug treatment services with medical care, mental health, housing, case management and HIV/AIDS services to form an integrated delivery system that has set the standard that other organizations emulate.
TTC is a great place to work for both treatment providers and support staff. In addition to career benefits, we offer a great package that includes medical, vision, dental, retirement, 5 weeks annually of vacation/holiday time off, and staff recognition programs. Join our team where leadership values both patients and staff, and which has safely and successfully stayed open throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
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We are hiring Peer Support Technicians to assist patients seeking treatment for substance use disorders and addiction at Tarzana Treatment Centers.
Peer Support Technicians are essential to the admitting process providing patients with care and comfort and a warm handoff to Hospital and Residential treatment staff.
Peer Support Technician duties include providing patient care and customer service throughout the admitting process. Assisting patients exhibiting symptoms related to substance use disorders and addiction, escorting patients to medical providers and counselors, obtaining sample for drug and alcohol testing and performing body and property search in accordance with standard guidelines and procedures. Peer support Technicians are cross trained to complete admissions in the medical record.
Peer Support Technicians are required to attend assigned trainings, participate in staff meetings, and maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with agency policy and federal laws.
Must have excellent customer service and communication skills. Knowledge of and experience working with substance use disorders, a plus. High school diploma or equivalent is required.
