Substance Use Specialist | Withdrawal Management

CLINICA family health•Louisville, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to help people begin to recover from substance use and withdrawal symptoms? Are you ready to gain experience in a milieu setting helping vulnerable populations? Do you want to work with a team of passionate and supportive people to treat clients in a team-based environment? Are you looking to build your experience with SUD clients and group work? This may be the place for you! Shift: Three (3) 12 Hour Shifts per week: Available Shifts: Sunday -Tuesday 10:00 pm - 10:30 pm Thursday-Saturday 10:00 pm - 10:30 am Night shift is from 8:00 pm to 7:59 am and receives a 25% rate differential.

Requirements

Bachelor’s in a related human service field (strongly preferred) or one-year of relevant experience in the behavioral health field for non-related Bachelor’s degrees OR High School Diploma and current Certified Addiction Technician (CAT) 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
Maintain 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