PRN Substance Use Specialist | Withdrawal Management
About The Position
On an "as needed" basis, you will provide direct services to clients in a substance use treatment facility and assist clients in a milieu environment. This role is for individuals who want to help people begin to recover from substance use and withdrawal symptoms, gain experience in a milieu setting helping vulnerable populations, and work with a team of passionate and supportive people to treat clients in a team-based environment. It is an opportunity to build experience with SUD clients and group work. PRN employees do not have regularly scheduled hours and are expected to pick up shifts as needed when regular staff are out.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s in a related human service field (strongly preferred) or one-year or relevant experience in the behavioral health field for non-related Bachelor’s degrees OR High School diploma and current Certified Addiction Tech certificate
- Previous work experience in the human services field preferred
- Current CPR certification or ability to obtain CPR certification within 30 days of hire
- QMAP certification required; if not already certified must become certified within 60 days of hire
- Must receive the flu shot annually
- Registration in the State of Colorado DORA database as an approved addictions counselor designations or mental health licensure is required within 90 days of hire
Responsibilities
- Conduct client screening; including client histories, case notes and discharges
- Assists with client education
- Provide support in the management of the milieu environment
- Evaluate crisis situations and escalated behaviors and provide intervention support
- Connect with clients to promote health and recovery
- Collaborate with clients and staff to coordinate appropriate care for clients
- Monitor clients’ vital signs and assess the need for medical or higher-level care and coordinate sources of care as needed
- Maintains clinical records in electronic health record system
- Complete documentation of services, consistent with clinical and administrative policies and procedures
- Meet defined individual and department goals, activity metrics and Key Performance Indicators
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
