Subacute Technician

Central City Concern • Portland, OR

15d • $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Subacute Technician provides support for the Nursing staff in caring for and
monitoring of patients during the subacute detoxification process. The Subacute
Technician plays a vital role in fostering a calm, quiet, and well-structured
environment where patients feel safe and supported. Using strong verbal and
physical de-escalation skills, they help manage challenging situations with
professionalism and care, ensuring the subacute setting remains stable,
respectful, and focused on patient well-being.

Requirements

• Experience (must meet one of the following): HSD/GED AND one (1) year of work experience in a related field (e.g. shelter, residential or day treatment, counseling, substance abuse treatment); OR
• HSD/GED AND two (2) years of in-person, high-volume customer service experience or two (2) years of volunteer experience in a related field which would be considered half-credit (e.g. 4 years of customer service in a non-medical office setting would be considered 2 years credit; 2 years volunteer in related field is considered 1 year); OR
• Associate’s degree in Social Services, Behavioral Health, Human Services, Psychology, or a related field; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• The OAR prohibits A&D program staff from having within the previous 3 years a DUI conviction or diversion, a felony conviction, or a conviction under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act.
• Must read and write and have legible handwriting.
• Current CPR certification prior to start.
• Must have current Adult First Aid Certification prior to start date.
• Knowledge of computer skills.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen, TB test, and DHS background check.
• Central City Concern is committed to a drug-free workplace that encourages a safe, healthy and productive work environment and strictly complies with the Drug-Free Work Place Act of 1988. An employee shall not, in the workplace, unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use a controlled substance or alcohol.
• Must have the ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, pull and lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to climb stairs several times a day.
• Knowledge of and physical ability to restrain a combative patient or ability to be trained.
• Must adhere to agency’s non-discrimination policies.
• Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and patients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, cultural backgrounds, life-styles and sexual orientations and treat each individual with respect and dignity.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge and intervention skills in working with chemically dependent patients. Willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to display a non-judgmental attitude.
• Ability to work with peers and patients in groups and individually. Ability to work as a team member and to establish priorities.
• Sufficient manual dexterity and physical ability to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Ability to manage time and meet deadlines. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to take vital signs which include blood pressure, pulse, respiration and temperature or the desire and ability to learn.
• Knowledge of de-escalation methods or ability to be trained.
• Must have the desire to relate effectively with the chemically dependent person as they detox.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• Preferred vital sign experience.
• Bilingual (Spanish, Russian) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in maintaining a calm, quiet and orderly subacute environment by utilizing verbal and physical de-escalations skills.
• Attend RN shift report when requested. Give shift report to the on-coming staff.
• Work closely with the RN during admissions process to facilitate a time and procedure effective admission for each patient upon their arrival to the subacute area.
• Provide each patient admitted with appropriate information and program orientation.
• Assist RN by taking patient’s vital signs as requested, record and chart per procedure during medication pass. Inform nursing staff of any unusual vital signs.
• Open and close showers, turn phones and lights on and off at their designated times.
• Chart on patients at least once per shift.
• Restock supplies for patients and staff as needed.
• Do bed check census on night shift. Make rounds of dorm areas, day room and restrooms/monitor patients.
• Keep work area sanitized, clean and neat. Sanitize mattresses; make beds and clean bed stands when needed.
• Provide patient support while in subacute program for group, acupuncture and meal participation.
• Report and document incidents as described in policies and procedures.
• Monitor patient and chart patient activities.
• Complete patient count during scheduled intervals of shift.
• Inventory, was, sort, store and distribute patients clothing.
• Keep and maintain an adequate supply of linens
• Follow procedures for the disinfecting and sanitizing of laundry items.
• Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to CCC policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security. Support compliance with all privacy and security requirements pursuant to community partners’ and outside providers’ patient confidentiality agreements, including privacy and security requirements for EMR access. This includes immediately reporting any breach of protected health information or personal identification information of any person receiving CCC services by CCC or an outside provider to the CCC Compliance Department, as well as to your supervisor or their designee.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off plan beginning at 4 weeks of PTO accrual per year! Accrual amount/rate increases with longevity.
• Amazing 403(b) Retirement Savings plan with an employer match of 4.25% in your 1st year, 6% in the 2nd year, and 8% in your 3rd year!
• Up to 11 recognized Holidays and 2 personal holidays (dependent on work shift schedule).
• Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance coverage.
• Employer Paid Life, Short-Term Disability, AND Long-Term Disability Insurance!
• Sabbatical Program offering extended time off at years 7, 14, and 21.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level