Detox Assistant - FT

NEXUS FAMILY RECOVERY CENTER • Dallas, TX

3d • $18 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

The Detox Assistant provides safe, quality care to clients in a medically supervised detoxification program for people experiencing withdrawal from alcohol and/or drugs. Working under nursing and/or clinical staff supervision, the assistant monitors clients, helps maintain a safe and structured environment, supports clients’ daily needs, and assists medical and clinical staff during detoxification. The role includes monitoring withdrawal symptoms and reporting concerns, documenting client observations and care, and following facility, medication, emergency, licensing, and regulatory procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of signs and symptoms of withdrawal from drugs and/or alcohol.
• Proficiency with common office technology, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Knowledge of signs that a client may be drowsy or sedated due to medication.
• Ability to monitor and manage detox clients’ care and gather and document health histories and current medical symptoms.
• Ability to observe and document medication administration in clients’ eMar.
• Strong observation, verbal communication, and written communication abilities.
• Ability to follow medical and program protocols.
• Respect confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, CFR 42, the agency compliance plan, code of conduct, and Nexus policies and procedures.
• Treat clients, visitors, and coworkers with dignity and respect.
• Ability to understand and follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and solve practical problems in standardized situations.
• Ability to perform assigned duties accurately, neatly, promptly, and to required expectations.
• Obtain and maintain training required to comply with state licensure rules and regulations as a condition of continued employment.
• Ability to perform the essential duties, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant or Certified Nurse Assistant program.
• Experience in substance abuse treatment, behavioral health, healthcare, or residential care.
• Experience working with individuals experiencing substance use disorders or withdrawal symptoms.

Responsibilities

• Orient new clients to the detox program, its rules, and expectations.
• Monitor clients on the detox unit for safety and well-being, including completing required dorm checks and hourly physical rounds.
• Complete vital signs, COWS, and CIWA assessments as needed, and enter vital signs and case notes in CMBHS and Welligent.
• Monitor withdrawal symptoms and promptly alert medical staff to concerns or emergencies.
• Help clients with meals, hydration, hygiene supplies, linens, comfort items, and other basic needs.
• Encourage clients to follow medical and program instructions and adhere to medication schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe detox environment; prepare rooms for admissions and turnovers after discharge.
• Help maintain inventories of linens, hygiene products, snacks, and other supplies.
• Document observations, interactions, incidents, and other information in staff logs, shift reports, incident reports, facility forms, and required records.
• Communicate client concerns, behavioral issues, and medical symptoms promptly to nursing or clinical staff.
• Follow emergency procedures during medical or behavioral crises.
• Perform random room searches and bed checks when necessary.
• Conduct and document urine screenings.
• Complete chart audits, medication record audits, and medication counts as needed.
• Follow licensing and regulatory standards for medication storage, disposal, counting, and reconciliation.
• Check client belongings in and out during admission and discharge.
• Complete required online and in-person training and attend staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full-time employees receive fully covered health insurance premiums for their own coverage.
• Health insurance coverage is available for dependents at a cost.
• Clinical and medical staff are eligible for student loan reimbursement through the organization’s HRSA-approved site designation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED