Clinical Assistant

Center For Alcohol & Drug Treatment•Duluth, MN

About The Position

The Clinical Assistant works in the men's Residential Treatment Program (Howard Friese Prindle), collaborating with Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselors, nursing staff, a Clinical Pharmacist, Patient Navigators, and other treatment team members. The role helps identify and meet patient needs, supports daily patient care, and promotes residents’ comfort, safety, and participation in a safe, therapeutic environment. The Clinical Assistant monitors resident progress, maintains records, provides emotional support, and assists with training clinical assistants and other program needs. This is a full-time third-shift role, scheduled from 10:45 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with a weekend rotation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must have or obtain CPR and First Aid certification before direct patient contact.
Must pass background studies issued by the Minnesota Department of Human Services.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in a behavioral health setting.
Prior experience working with individuals with Substance Use Disorders.

Responsibilities

Complete paperwork related to patient admissions and discharges.
Observe and monitor patients for behavior patterns or problems, intervene as needed to maintain a safe and orderly facility, and report observations to appropriate staff.
Perform patient vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respirations, as instructed.
Respond to crises and emergencies as trained and in accordance with policies and procedures, including notifying the appropriate supervisor.
Document shift events, including behaviors or conflicts, in appropriate logs.
Participate in required staff meetings and training sessions.
Administer or monitor medications after being trained and certified by the RN Supervisor.
Perform light housekeeping and transportation duties.
Assist with daily patient care and ensure patient comfort and safety.
Assist in training clinical assistants and maintaining other program needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health insurance, with an 80% employer contribution toward the lowest-cost Gold Plans.
Dental and vision insurance options.
Paid time off.
10 paid holidays each year.
Dedicated paid time for professional development and continuing education.
401(k) and Roth IRA, with a 4% employer base contribution plus an additional 4% employer match.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage, 100% employer-covered.
Accidental and critical illness insurance.
Health Savings Account available for eligible plans.
On-the-job training.
Paid continuing education training and funding.
Tuition assistance.
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Minnesota State Programs.
Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling and support services.
Family and medical leave in accordance with state and federal laws.
Paid bereavement, jury duty, and military leave.
Overnight bonus pay for third-shift hours.
Overtime pay during mandated shifts.