WITHDRAWAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST - Pueblo

CROSSROADS TURNING POINTS INC • Pueblo, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Crossroads Turning Points, we recognize the importance of making a positive impact on the lives of others. By helping individuals navigate the challenges of substance misuse and mental health, you can play a vital role in guiding them toward a healthier lifestyle and lasting recovery. Our caring team provides personal support in a warm and welcoming environment for everyone who walks through our doors. We are seeking a compassionate and dynamic individual to join our team as a Withdrawal Management Specialist. This role is responsible for assisting in coordinating and monitoring patient activities and the day-to-day operations at the unit during the assigned shift.

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School diploma or GED
• A Certified Addiction Technician (CAT) certification is required, or the candidate must be willing to obtain it within 18 months of the hire date
• Prior experience with substance misuse, providing direct patient care, assessment, triage, crisis intervention, and group counseling
• Solid communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• CPR and First-Aid certification (the agency will cover the costs for initial training and renewals)
• Must be able to take vital signs and recognize medical problems
• Complete a pre-employment drug screening, which includes testing for marijuana
• Complete a comprehensive background check
• Complete a TB test

Nice To Haves

• An AA or BA degree in human services or a related field

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs as required (training is provided)
• Conduct screens and assess potential patients to determine their eligibility
• Obtains pertinent information regarding patient drug/alcohol use, medical and social history, and patient needs
• Provides the agency physician with information on medical issues and medication clearance, and monitors medication administration in accordance with operating policy and the physician’s directives
• Provides case management services to all patients enrolled in the Withdrawal Management Program
• Conducts individual and group sessions
• Completes necessary paperwork
• Monitors patients throughout the shift
• Assists in medical/mental health treatment referrals and informs supervisor of all incidents beyond the scope of the typical withdrawal management functions
• Verify the accuracy of monitoring reports

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Eight (8) Paid Holidays
• Two (2) Paid Administrative Holidays
• Career Advancement
• The 401(k) plan includes an employer match of up to 5%
• Many other benefits (free and optional)
• Agency will cover the costs for initial training and renewals for CPR and First-Aid certification

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED