WITHDRAWAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST FT & PT - Alamosa.
About The Position
Crossroads Turning Points is seeking a compassionate, dynamic Withdrawal Management Specialist for its program in Alamosa. The role coordinates and monitors patient activities and manages the daily operations of the Withdrawal Management unit during the assigned shift. The listed shifts are second shift, 4 p.m. to midnight, and third shift, midnight to 8 a.m. The specialist conducts intake screens and assesses potential patients for eligibility; gathers information about substance use, medical and social history, and patient needs; and shares medical issues and medication-clearance information with the agency physician. The role monitors medication in accordance with agency policy and physician directions, provides case management to patients in the chronic withdrawal management program, conducts individual and group sessions, completes paperwork, monitors patients during the shift, supports treatment referrals, and verifies monitoring reports. Vital-sign training is provided. Applicants must complete pre-employment drug screening, including marijuana testing, a background check, and a TB test. The employer offers a benefits package and describes career advancement opportunities. The position is with a behavioral health organization with over 45 years of experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Certified Addiction Technician (CAT) certification, or ability to obtain it within 18 months of hire.
- Prior experience in the substance misuse field, 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.
- CPR and First Aid certification; the agency covers the cost of initial training and renewals.
- Completion of a pre-employment drug screening, including marijuana testing, a comprehensive background check, and a TB test.
Nice To Haves
- An associate degree or bachelor’s degree in human services is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and monitor patient activities and manage daily operations of the Withdrawal Management unit during the assigned shift.
- Take patients’ vital signs as needed.
- Conduct intake screens and assess potential patients to determine eligibility.
- 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.
- Monitor medication according to operating policy and the physician’s directions.
- Provide case management services to patients enrolled in the chronic 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) plan with an employer match of up to 5%.
- Other free and optional benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
