Sobering Center Technician

ADAPT, INC. • Coquille, OR

10d • $19 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Adapt Integrated Health Care is looking for a Sobering Center Technician to join their team! This is a part-time position, shifts will vary. The Sobering Technician is accountable for monitoring the well-being of all clients admitted to the Sobering Center, the security of the facility, collaboration with community agencies for referrals in to and from the Sobering Center, cleanliness of the facility, phone screening and data entry requirements.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Must be 21+ and possess a valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the substance abuse/addiction field preferred

Responsibilities

• Admit sobering clients by conducting the following: test blood alcohol levels, complete urine analysis testing, observe for other chemical influences, check blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen levels, respiration rate and blood sugar levels when appropriate using vital signs matrix to determine next steps.
• Complete pertinent paperwork and create or utilize existing files to document the above information and the following: identity, personal and medical information, client property, and any actions taken regarding the admission of the client.
• Monitor clients while in sobering rooms for signs of movement, breathing, seizure, withdrawals, delirium tremens, statements or acts of self-harm, also for signs of dehydration and hunger, providing water and/or food when appropriate.
• When discharging sobering clients: test blood alcohol levels, return property, make appropriate referrals, close client file, sanitize mattresses, blankets and sobering room, sweeping and mopping sobering rooms and cleaning toilets, etc.
• Monitor all client activities and behaviors and report all abnormalities to of the Sobering Center Manager.
• Assist individuals lodged at the Sobering Center with activities of daily living as appropriate.
• Responsible for security and safety of all individuals in the Sobering Center.
• Required to facilitate initial procedures for admission, including completion of required forms, telephone screenings, releases, collection of initial assessment and recommendations for treatment planning.
• Documentation (in daily log) of pertinent information related to facility operations or compromises of the welfare of the clients.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance options for employees and their families, with a cash waiver option
• Dental, Vision, and Pet insurance options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• 401(k) retirement plan with 5% employer contribution
• In-house training, on-site professional development
• Clinical supervision towards licensure is available

What This Job Offers

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