Treatment Technician/Night Monitor - Weekends Required

Burning Tree Recovery Ranch Ltd•Kaufman, TX

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Presents the knowledge and skills necessary to provide basic quality care and non-technical services for clients. Optimizes client safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors. Ensure clients’ needs are met and facility policies are followed.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Valid Texas Driver license with acceptable driving record.
Ability to adhere to a flexible work schedule.
General knowledge and understanding of substance abuse treatment.
General knowledge and understanding of 12-Step philosophy and applications of the 12-Step program.
Moderate reading, writing, and grammar skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a healthcare/rehab setting preferred.
CPR certified preferred.

Responsibilities

Observes all client activities throughout the day.
Utilizes appropriate behavior management techniques to prevent dangerous or violent behavior of clients that may be harmful to others.
Makes sure clients adhere to Burning Tree’s guidelines both on and off campus.
Monitors the behavior of clients while off campus.
Documents observations and infractions reports in the communication log.
Receives and processes client medications.
Monitors self-administration of client medications.
Observes indications of common side effects, reactions, and possible interactions of medications prescribed for clients and take the appropriate precautions needed.
Alerts Operations Assistant of any prescription needs or concerns.
Report any medications errors to Operations Manager.
Conducts medication inventory nightly.
Collects urine specimens from clients or alcohol and drug testing.
Documents incoming and outgoing mail.
Monitors distribution of client mail.
Monitors preparation of nightly meals.
Monitors living quarters and other buildings to ensure the safety and cleanliness of the facility.
Conducts living quarter checks and security checks of premises.
Makes sure unattended units and offices are secured and locked nightly.
Reports any unusual activity, situation, safety risk, and/or client care urgent need to the Operations Manager or Program Director.
Assists Operations Manager with all client appointments and transportation needs.
Drives clients to outside meetings as scheduled and/or to scheduled outings.
Picks up new clients at airport or other treatment facilities, etc.
Participates in Quality Management process.
Follow the office cleaning schedule nightly.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager.