Substance Use Technician (53127)
About The Position
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Facilitate client involvement in support groups and assess clients' progress on an individual basis as part of a multi-disciplined treatment team Maintain active supervision of clients, including monitoring for safety, room checks, and behavioral observations/check-in’s Perform client record maintenance Maintain adequate stock of supplies Conduct psychoeducational classes, utilizing evidence-based materials Explain and enforce program policies/procedures Transport clients to outside support groups, appointments, and other events as assigned by Program Manager or Lead Substance Use Technician Document client administered medication schedule and monitoring of vitals Perform client drug screens and searches of facility per program policies Perform other supportive duties as assigned/required, to include meeting individually with clients to provide APSS services if applicable JOB REQUIREMENTS / EXPECTATIONS: May require transporting clients to appointments, activities, or other program-related needs. Position is in a residential clinical treatment setting. Environment is fast-paced, client-focused, and may include exposure to individuals experiencing emotional distress, withdrawal symptoms, or behavioral instability. Requires ability to recognize such changes and respond appropriately, following crisis-prevention and de-escalation procedures. Role encourages consistently upholding program rules and policies in a fair, respectful, and professional manner that provides corrective feedback and redirection to clients. Also requires ability to document and communicate incidents/concerns clearly to the clinical team. Involves building rapport with clients, while maintaining clear therapeutic and ethical boundaries. Position requires participate in ongoing training, supervision, and meetings to maintain skills and stay aligned with program expectations. Role involves protecting client privacy in accordance with HIPAA and organizational standards. Requires adapting to weekend and/or evening and holiday schedules, depending on client and program needs. Position involves utilizing 60% of work time in direct client contact activities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Certification as an Adult Peer Support Specialist preferred or willingness to obtain certification within a 12 month period
- Attest to having a minimum of one year personal recovery experience (if applicable)
- Must pass a Criminal Record Check and Sexual Offender Registry check
- Must present proof of a recent (less than 1-year-old) TB skin test
- Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and active auto insurance that meets state minimum requirements
Nice To Haves
- Preference given to individuals with one year experience in substance use/co-occurring field and a working knowledge of the 12-Step recovery model
Responsibilities
- Facilitate client involvement in support groups and assess clients' progress on an individual basis as part of a multi-disciplined treatment team
- Maintain active supervision of clients, including monitoring for safety, room checks, and behavioral observations/check-in’s
- Perform client record maintenance
- Maintain adequate stock of supplies
- Conduct psychoeducational classes, utilizing evidence-based materials
- Explain and enforce program policies/procedures
- Transport clients to outside support groups, appointments, and other events as assigned by Program Manager or Lead Substance Use Technician
- Document client administered medication schedule and monitoring of vitals
- Perform client drug screens and searches of facility per program policies
- Perform other supportive duties as assigned/required, to include meeting individually with clients to provide APSS services if applicable
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
