The Substance Use Disorder Paraprofessional position is a direct care employee within the Substance Use Disorder Residential Treatment Program at Momentum Center, LLC. This role is integral due to the amount of client interaction involved.
Monitor the daily behavioral management program in relation to program policies and procedures
Ensure and monitor client participation within the program expectations while managing day-to-day client interactions
Administer urinalysis and breathalyzers
General housekeeping
Handle multiple priorities
Exercise independent discretion/decision making within the scope and responsibility of the position
Manage emotions and make decisions under pressure
Manage stress appropriately
Work alone effectively
Work effectively near others and/or in a distracting environment
Work effectively with others in a team
Solve problems and seek assistance when necessary
Demonstrate flexibility and self-motivation
Act as a mandated reporter
Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
Be flexible to changing situations
Listen, analyze, and record information
Establish rapport and impart caring and empathy while remaining objective and professional
Show sensitivity to client needs
Work with all cultures and use culturally competent approaches