Clinical Assistant

Center For Alcohol & Drug Treatment•Duluth, MN

14d

About The Position

The Clinical Assistant works in the men's Residential Treatment Program (Howard Friese Prindle) alongside Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselors, nursing staff, a Clinical Pharmacist, and Patient Navigators. The role supports daily program operations and patient care, helping ensure residents' needs are identified and met, and their comfort and safety are maintained. The Clinical Assistant contributes to a safe, therapeutic environment by monitoring resident progress and behavior, encouraging group participation, maintaining records, providing emotional support, and assisting with daily care. The position also includes helping train other Clinical Assistants and supporting other program needs. The role is full-time, scheduled for the first shift from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., 32–40 hours per week, including every other Saturday and Sunday. Hourly pay is $17.

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 and problems, intervene as needed to maintain a safe and orderly facility, and report observations to appropriate staff.
Take patients' vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respirations, as instructed.
Respond to crises and emergencies according to training and policies and procedures, including notifying the appropriate supervisor.
Document shift events, including behaviors and conflicts, in appropriate logs.
Participate in staff meetings and required training sessions.
Administer or monitor medications as trained and certified by the RN Supervisor.
Perform light housekeeping and transportation duties.
Assist with daily patient care and help ensure patients' comfort and safety.
Assist in training Clinical Assistants and maintaining other program needs.
Monitor resident progress, encourage group participation, maintain records, and provide emotional support.
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 plans with a 4% employer base contribution and an additional 4% employer match.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Short-term disability coverage paid at 100% by the employer.
Long-term disability coverage paid at 100% by the employer.
Accidental and critical illness insurance.
Health Savings Account available for eligible plans.
On-the-job training.
Paid continuing education training, including time and funding.
Tuition assistance for higher education.
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 employees working third-shift hours.
Overtime pay during mandated shifts.