Substance Abuse Technician - FTR

Bernalillo County•Albuquerque, NM

3d•$19 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Substance Abuse Technician provides professional-level support to people receiving social, behavioral health, or substance abuse assistance. The role supports treatment and rehabilitation by delivering detoxification services, facilitating therapeutic activities, monitoring client progress in accordance with treatment plans, and working directly with clients alongside a multidisciplinary team. The position also supports program operations in different settings and maintains accurate, confidential documentation. The technician is expected to stay informed about best practices in community health, harm reduction, rehabilitation, and substance abuse counseling.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of work experience involving substance abuse, healthcare, law enforcement, emergency management, or corrections.
An equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered.
Possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of hire and maintain a valid license while employed.
Complete assigned FEMA training and comply with County safety guidelines.
Complete a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
New hires at the MATS facility must complete caregiver criminal history screening; a disqualifying conviction may be grounds not to hire or for termination.
Comply with applicable drug and alcohol testing for safety-sensitive employees.
May be required to work different shifts or program reassignments and mandated overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).

Responsibilities

Obtain client information through interviews, assessments, and case histories; support clients through detoxification and recovery; and observe, intervene, and report on adherence to program goals and objectives.
Work with department staff to administer scheduled program curriculum and other treatment and rehabilitation activities.
Gather and research data used to assess treatment reliability and validity, and recommend modifications to services and service delivery.
Process new clients, including issuing clothing, orienting them to facility rules, and assisting with daily activities, events, and informational materials.
Provide education to individuals and groups in the community and facilitate group presentations and workshops.
Transport clients to appointments and other service locations outside the assigned program.
Maintain progress notes and documentation of behavioral incidents based on client observation, while keeping records confidential.
Participate in job performance reviews and follow recommended measures for change.
Receive guidance and training from the Program Supervisor within the division.
Maintain current knowledge of substance abuse counseling through conferences, educational training, and networking with other agencies or groups.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned or required.