WITHDRAWAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST - Trinidad.
About The Position
Crossroads Turning Points is seeking a Withdrawal Management Specialist to assist with coordinating and monitoring patient activities and the day-to-day operations of the Withdrawal Management unit during an assigned shift. The role supports individuals facing substance misuse and mental health challenges as they work toward long-term recovery. Available shifts include second and third shift, with full-time and part-time schedules offered. The specialist conducts intake screens and assesses potential patients; gathers information about their substance use, medical and social history, and needs; and provides case management and individual and group sessions. The role also includes monitoring patients, taking vital signs as needed, supporting medication monitoring under agency policy and physician instructions, completing paperwork and monitoring reports, and assisting with medical and mental health treatment referrals. Training is provided for taking vital signs. CPR and First-Aid certification training and renewals are paid for by the agency. Applicants must complete pre-employment drug screening, including marijuana testing, a background check, and a TB test. The stated pay range is $17.50–$20.00 per hour, with rates varying by shift and CAT certification. Applications are accepted until December 4, 2026, or until the position is filled.
Requirements
- Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
- Current Certified Addiction Technician (CAT) certification, or ability to obtain it within 18 months of hire.
- Prior experience with substance misuse, direct patient care, assessment, triage, crisis intervention, and group counseling.
- Solid communication skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to take vital signs and recognize medical problems.
- Complete pre-employment drug screening, including marijuana testing, a background check, and a TB test.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in human services or a related field.
- Current CAT certification (required if not obtained within 18 months of hire).
Responsibilities
- Assist with coordinating and monitoring patient activities and the day-to-day operations of the Withdrawal Management unit during the assigned shift.
- Take patients’ vital signs as needed; training is provided.
- Conduct intake screens and assess potential patients.
- Obtain information about patients’ drug and alcohol use, medical and social history, and needs.
- Provide the agency physician with information about medical issues and medication clearance, and monitor medications according to operating policy and physician instructions.
- Provide case management services to patients enrolled in the withdrawal management program.
- Conduct individual and group sessions.
- Complete necessary paperwork.
- Monitor patients throughout the shift.
- Assist with medical and mental health treatment referrals.
- Inform the supervisor of incidents beyond the scope of typical withdrawal management functions.
- Verify the accuracy of monitoring reports.
Benefits
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Eight paid holidays.
- Two paid administrative holidays.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 5%.
- CPR and First-Aid certification training and renewals paid for by the agency.
- Other free and optional benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
