Substance Abuse Technician Trainee

Bernalillo County•Albuquerque, NM

2d•$17 - $22

About The Position

The Substance Abuse Technician Trainee performs technical duties and functions associated with the treatment of substance abuse (drug and alcohol). Under guidance, assists in providing detoxification and treatment services to clients within the program.

Requirements

High School Diploma
One (1) year of work experience involving substance abuse, healthcare, law enforcement, emergency management, or corrections.
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.

Responsibilities

Under guidance of the Program Supervisor will obtain relevant information about clients through interview, assessment and case history; assist and support clients through addiction detoxification and recovery; observe, intervene and report client adherence to program goals and objectives.
Work in conjunction with other department staff to administer scheduled program curriculum and other activities utilized for treatment and rehabilitation of substance abuse.
Process new clients and completing pre-screening for all intakes.
Under the assistance of the lead technician, will provide education to individuals and groups in the community and facilitate group presentations and workshops.
Transport clients to appointments and other service locations outside of assigned program.
Under the assistance of the lead technician, will prepare case histories and document behavioral incidents through observation of clients and maintain confidential records.
Inform the assigned supervisor of any changes, adjustments or complications with department protocols.
Receive guidance and training from Substance Abuse Technician – Program Supervisor within the division.
May receive and respond to routing inquiries on behalf of the department.