$22 / hour

Weekly pay, full benefits, 401K

ASAP Start

As a member of the multidisciplinary team, the SubstanceAbuse Technician assists clients from admission through discharge providingclient support through the extended substance and mental health treatmentprocess. The Substance Abuse Techniciansupervises client's behavior and manage client crisis situations when theyarise. The Substance Abuse Technicianwill serve substance abuse clients in both inpatient and outpatientsettings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implements alcohol and drug abuse education, and provideresources for continued treatment in the community

• Conducts substance abuse orientation, awareness, education,and prevention programs

• Organizes and coordinates with other agencies promotingsubstance abuse awareness

• Maintains HIPAA and Client confidentiality at all times

• Communicates to staff any inappropriate or suspectedinappropriate client behavior

• May conduct breath analysis and urinalysis collection anddocumentation

• Understands and follows incident/accident reporting policiesand procedures

• Responds to client emergency medical needs, whenappropriate/required

• Monitors and communicates the activities of the clients,including activity in the parking lot and smoking areas

• Attends treatment groups and other client and staff meetingsas directed by Counselors, Lead Techs or Program Coordinator

• Maintains a clean and safe environment which may includegeneral cleaning duties, contraband searches, safety rounding and room checks

• Updates electronic health records in a consistent, efficientmanner per protocol

• Communicates with families, referral sources, and outsidehealthcare providers in a professional manner

• Administers medications in accordance with policy andnursing staff instructions

• Assists on-duty counseling staff and performs other dutiesas assigned or required

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Previous experience in an addiction treatment facility orexperience working in the substance use disorder and/or mental health fieldpreferred

• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

• Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements

• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and fromappropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

• Computer proficiency required

• Must be at least 18 years of age

  Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

  *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

  About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.