Certified Nursing Assistant for Withdrawal Management

Description

 Company: 

Willamette Family (WF) is a longstanding substance use treatment and behavioral healthcare provider that strives to support our community. Willamette Family is accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA), noting that we meet or exceed the national standards for excellence in behavioral healthcare. Willamette Family provides the full continuum of Substance Use Disorder Treatment, outpatient mental health therapy, Primary Healthcare, Family Services, Peer Support, Parent Education, Skill Development, and Supported Housing services. For more information visit wfts.org. 

Willamette Family is looking for Certified Nursing Assistants for Withdrawal Management in our Buckley Detox program. This position is a part of the expansion of our current services. The Buckley Detox Program has a new building underway! With the construction of our NEW Buckley location that will allow for an expansion of crucial substance use treatment services for our community.   

WF Welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, and a wide range of professional and lived experience.  

Position Overview: 

Join our dedicated team as a Certified Nursing Assistant, providing direct client care in a medically monitored, 24/7 detoxification center. This role supports individuals through the withdrawal process in a compassionate, structured, and clinically supervised environment. Our current 22-bed facility is expanding to 55 beds, offering increased opportunities for impactful care. 

As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will work alongside and receive support from the Medical Director, Physician Assistant, and Nursing Manager to ensure safe and effective detoxification services. This position is essential in maintaining high-quality, client-centered care in a fast-paced setting that operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 

Position: Hiring for full-time and part-time positions  

Employment Type: Employee (W-2), Hourly, Non-Exempt 

Shift and Schedule: Hiring for multiple shifts, weekdays & weekends. We have DAY, SWING and GRAVEYARD Shifts. 

Compensation: Starts at $19.95/ hr.  

Employee Benefits: Offered to all full-time and regular part-time employees (over 30 hrs./ week) 

Employee Benefits include: 

• Health, Dental, Vision, life, and Supplemental insurance options 
• Healthcare Flexible Spending (FSA) 
• 403b Retirement Savings with company match 
• Robust time off package including paid sick leave, vacation time, and holidays for all full-time and regular part-time employees (over 30 hrs./ week) 
• Training and education benefits for employees who are employed for 24 months or longer as well as continued education training, support and more! 

Requirements

 Minimum Qualifications and skills: 

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Current CNA Certification. 
• BLS CPR certification 
• Experience in patient care settings. 
• Able to navigate technology: EHR Systems, OFFICE 365, etc. 
• Understanding of ethics and legal implications of patient care 

The Ideal Candidates will have: 

• An understanding of substance use disorders 
• Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology 
• Knowledge of chemical dependency and treatment methods 
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and to apply techniques for specific needs. 
• Knowledge of de-escalation methods or ability to be trained in de-escalation methods. 
• The ability to effectively interact with co-workers, clients, and others with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, cultural backgrounds, lifestyles and sexual orientations and treat each individual with respect and dignity 
• Competency in understanding substance abuse treatment practices. 
• Able to navigate technology: EHR Systems, OFFICE 365, etc. 

Employment Requirements: 

• This role requires CNA’s be available on-site; Must be located in the Eugene, OR area or be willing to commute. 
• Background Check Approval from the Department of Human Services (Initiated post-offer) 
• Pre-employment Drug Screening (including Cannabis/THC) (Initiated post-offer) 

Job Duties: 

• Provide Direct Patient Support: Assist clients with daily activities and basic care needs during the detoxification process. 
• Monitor & Report Patient Status: Observe and document changes in client conditions, reporting concerns to nursing staff. 
• Assist with Medication Administration: Support nurses by preparing and distributing medications as directed. 
• Support Medical Procedures: Assist nursing staff and medical providers with treatments and procedures as needed. 
• Ensure Patient Safety & Comfort: Monitor clients for withdrawal symptoms, provide emotional support, and assist with mobility as needed. 
• Maintain Clean & Organized Environment: Ensure patient areas remain safe, sanitary, and properly stocked with necessary supplies. 
• Facilitate Communication: Relay critical information between clients, nurses, and other healthcare providers. 
• Support Shift Transitions: Provide accurate updates during shift changes to ensure continuity of care. 
• Maintain Compliance & Confidentiality: Follow all HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 regulations to protect client privacy. 
• Perform Additional Duties: Complete other tasks as assigned by the Nursing Staff, Program Director, or Supervisor. 

We look forward to reviewing your application! 

Willamette Family Inc. prohibits discrimination based on any characteristics protected by applicable local, state, federal laws and any agency policy including, but not limited to, discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, or sexual orientation. 

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