Substance abuse technician job description
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Example substance abuse technician requirements on a job description
Substance abuse technician requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in substance abuse technician job postings.
Sample substance abuse technician requirements
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or related field
- Certification as a Substance Abuse Technician
- Current CPR and first aid certification
- Knowledge and experience with substance abuse treatment modalities
- Ability to pass a background check
Sample required substance abuse technician soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
- Commitment to providing excellent customer service
Substance abuse technician job description example 1
Centerstone substance abuse technician job description
Centerstone is among the nation's leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people's lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!
Job Description:
This position is Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday shift. The shift time is 12-10pm.
This is an entry-level position. The Recovery Technician will work in a substance use/ co-occurring disorder Centerstone Recovery Transitional Program and tracks, monitors and documents client behaviors and interactions. Recovery Technicians complete day-to-day program tasks, monitor clients and the program facility to ensure safety and compliance with program guidelines, communicate professionally and respectfully with clients and treatment team.
Observes and documents client compliance with medication regimes as dictated in the treatment plan; assists clinical staff in meeting and monitoring the client's medical and health care needs.
Assists in the implementation of program schedule.
Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Assist in census management, Assist with admissions, discharges,
Time Type:
Full time
Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:
Medical, dental, and vision health coverage Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts403b retirement plan with company match Paid time off and ten paid holidays AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion employee resource groups Continuing education opportunities Employee Assistance Program
Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.
At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion.
Our approach to diversity is simple-it's about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.
Job Description:
This position is Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday shift. The shift time is 12-10pm.
This is an entry-level position. The Recovery Technician will work in a substance use/ co-occurring disorder Centerstone Recovery Transitional Program and tracks, monitors and documents client behaviors and interactions. Recovery Technicians complete day-to-day program tasks, monitor clients and the program facility to ensure safety and compliance with program guidelines, communicate professionally and respectfully with clients and treatment team.
Observes and documents client compliance with medication regimes as dictated in the treatment plan; assists clinical staff in meeting and monitoring the client's medical and health care needs.
Assists in the implementation of program schedule.
Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Assist in census management, Assist with admissions, discharges,
Time Type:
Full time
Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:
Medical, dental, and vision health coverage Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts403b retirement plan with company match Paid time off and ten paid holidays AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion employee resource groups Continuing education opportunities Employee Assistance Program
Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.
At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion.
Our approach to diversity is simple-it's about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.
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Substance abuse technician job description example 2
Burrell Behavioral Health substance abuse technician job description
Looking to feed your desire to give to your community and support those who need a helping hand? Look no further! Not only is Burrell growing the amount of its resources, services, and facilities to assist as many communities as possible, it also provides plenty of opportunity for growth in your current field and the freedom to explore others. Our culture and our environment are unlike any other. We offer highly-competitive pay and a full range of top-notch full-time employee benefits such as:
MedicalDentalVisionLife InsurancePaid Time OffShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityRetirement PlanTuition ReimbursementStudent Loan ReimbursementEmployee Assistance Program
Job Description:
"We are truly in the business of saving lives"
-Dr. C.J. Davis; President and CEO
Want to know what it's like to work at Burrell?
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Burrell Behavioral Health - Join our Team! - YouTube
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SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER TECHNICIANS
Kansas City/Independence
$250 SIGN ON BONUS
We are looking for role models who have the ability to demonstrate effective communication and excellent problem solving techniques with a client-centric approach to breaking the stigma of mental health and providing guidance for recovery from drug and alcohol dependency.
Job Duties: Provide general monitoring of clients, treating each with respect and dignity at all times, and modeling appropriate behaviors.Foster adaptive behavior in clients by encouraging positive social interaction and role-modeling a problem solving approach to issues of concern.Responsible for conducting and recording medical protocols, as requested.Assist clients with daily living skills such as laundry, chores, and personal hygiene.Responsible for maintaining facility cleanliness by completing designated facility tasks.Monitor and/or facilitate group activities as designated by Supervisor.Engage with clients during group activities, and provide intervention as needed for clients to obtain maximum benefit from participation.Dispense medications to clients (per physician's orders) as requested and training permits.Prepare paperwork and obtain specimens for random drug testing urinalyses.Provide client education classes regarding drug education and life skills as requested and training permits.Observe, record and communicate clients' behaviors, strengths, progress, areas of difficulty and needs in a timely manner, utilizing established mechanisms and program formats.Provide transportation of clients to/from program activities, as needed. If stationed in a Social Detox setting: Assess, admit, supervise, monitor, transfer, and discharge social setting detox clients.Ensure monitoring of vital signs, signs and symptoms of withdrawal, and possess knowledge to determine need for medical assistance for all social setting detox clients.Ensure clients have clean sanitary linens and clothing at all times.Provide a safe, therapeutic and supportive environment for clients participating in ADA/Social Setting Detox.Education and Experience: Must be at least 21 years of age High School Diploma or GEDExperience in Human Services or related field preferred If hired for a driving position - Must possess a valid MO driver's license and be able to obtain a chauffeur's driver's license (Class E) What we offer:Great pay, benefits, and a culture like no other. A Burrell career is incredibly rewarding! You can make a difference in changing and even saving lives.Burrell's dedication to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion is clearly reflected in all of our content and across all of our agency. Diversity is more than a commitment at Burrell-it is the foundation of what we do. We are fully focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER TECHMP123
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.
Burrell is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
MedicalDentalVisionLife InsurancePaid Time OffShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityRetirement PlanTuition ReimbursementStudent Loan ReimbursementEmployee Assistance Program
Job Description:
"We are truly in the business of saving lives"
-Dr. C.J. Davis; President and CEO
Want to know what it's like to work at Burrell?
Click on the link below to find out -
Burrell Behavioral Health - Join our Team! - YouTube
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SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER TECHNICIANS
Kansas City/Independence
$250 SIGN ON BONUS
We are looking for role models who have the ability to demonstrate effective communication and excellent problem solving techniques with a client-centric approach to breaking the stigma of mental health and providing guidance for recovery from drug and alcohol dependency.
Job Duties: Provide general monitoring of clients, treating each with respect and dignity at all times, and modeling appropriate behaviors.Foster adaptive behavior in clients by encouraging positive social interaction and role-modeling a problem solving approach to issues of concern.Responsible for conducting and recording medical protocols, as requested.Assist clients with daily living skills such as laundry, chores, and personal hygiene.Responsible for maintaining facility cleanliness by completing designated facility tasks.Monitor and/or facilitate group activities as designated by Supervisor.Engage with clients during group activities, and provide intervention as needed for clients to obtain maximum benefit from participation.Dispense medications to clients (per physician's orders) as requested and training permits.Prepare paperwork and obtain specimens for random drug testing urinalyses.Provide client education classes regarding drug education and life skills as requested and training permits.Observe, record and communicate clients' behaviors, strengths, progress, areas of difficulty and needs in a timely manner, utilizing established mechanisms and program formats.Provide transportation of clients to/from program activities, as needed. If stationed in a Social Detox setting: Assess, admit, supervise, monitor, transfer, and discharge social setting detox clients.Ensure monitoring of vital signs, signs and symptoms of withdrawal, and possess knowledge to determine need for medical assistance for all social setting detox clients.Ensure clients have clean sanitary linens and clothing at all times.Provide a safe, therapeutic and supportive environment for clients participating in ADA/Social Setting Detox.Education and Experience: Must be at least 21 years of age High School Diploma or GEDExperience in Human Services or related field preferred If hired for a driving position - Must possess a valid MO driver's license and be able to obtain a chauffeur's driver's license (Class E) What we offer:Great pay, benefits, and a culture like no other. A Burrell career is incredibly rewarding! You can make a difference in changing and even saving lives.Burrell's dedication to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion is clearly reflected in all of our content and across all of our agency. Diversity is more than a commitment at Burrell-it is the foundation of what we do. We are fully focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER TECHMP123
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.
Burrell is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
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Substance abuse technician job description example 3
Eliot Community Human Services Inc substance abuse technician job description
Eliot is currently seeking a Forensic Substance Abuse Case Manager for the new Lowell Forensic Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) Team.. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of the unique needs and history/background of the population and knowledge relapse prevention and SA placements. A proven experience in community-based work with adults with severe and persistent mental illness are a must. PACT is an evidenced based multidisciplinary outreach mental program that serves adults with serious and persistent mental illnesses in the community. PACT staff work as a team to collaborate with consumers to develop treatment interventions that assist them in their recovery process.
Responsibilities:
+ Ensure that consumers are treated with dignity and respect in accordance with ECHS' Human Rights policy.
+ Assist consumers in being fully integrated in their communities by supporting them in the use of community resources, encouraging them in establishing memberships within their communities, and reducing stigma within the community through education.
+ Provide and maintain therapeutic boundaries and a professional relationship with consumers.
+ Actively take part in supervision, staff meetings, in-services and trainings as required or determined by supervisor.
+ Act as Liaison between the courts and correctional facilities.
+ Deliver and monitor consumer medications in accordance with Agency, DMH and DPH regulations, policies and procedures. Ensure the maintenance and accuracy of all documentation and administration.
+ Transport consumers to required court mandated treatment, probation/parole appointments, work sites, meetings, daily activities, appointments, as needed. Follow all motor vehicle rules and regulations when driving consumers.
+ Participate in Daily Organizational Meeting (DOM) in accordance with Eliot policies and PACT standards. This shall include completing progress notes prior to the DOM for every consumer contact and collateral contact in the format indicated by policy.
+ Perform shift management as assigned by the Team Leader in accordance with Eliot policies and PACT standards.
+ Act as a primary case manager to 7-15 consumers in accordance with Eliot's policies and PACT standards.
Qualifications:
+ Requires a BA/BS in field of psychology or criminal justice with at least two years of experience working with justice involved individuals.
+ Ability to develop dual diagnosis groups and provide individualized substance abuse support.
+ Knowledge of 12 step programs, motivational interviewing and evidence-based substance abuse treatment.
+ Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and cultural groups.
+ Ability to work a flexible work schedule contingent upon program needs. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with periods of high stress
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 am - 4 pm
Eliot is committed to identifying and dismantling barriers that prevent people with marginalizedracial identities from actualizing their full employment potential, assuming leadership roles, orfrom fully engaging at all levels in the workplace.
*Eliot mandates COVID-19 vaccinations for employees, please discuss the requirements with the hiring manager during the interview process.
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
+ Bilingual: Intermediate
+ Communication Skills: Expert
+ Computer Software Skills: Expert
+ Experience with population: Expert
Education
Preferred
+ Bachelors or better in MH Counseling
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
+ MA DRIVER'S LICENSE
Responsibilities:
+ Ensure that consumers are treated with dignity and respect in accordance with ECHS' Human Rights policy.
+ Assist consumers in being fully integrated in their communities by supporting them in the use of community resources, encouraging them in establishing memberships within their communities, and reducing stigma within the community through education.
+ Provide and maintain therapeutic boundaries and a professional relationship with consumers.
+ Actively take part in supervision, staff meetings, in-services and trainings as required or determined by supervisor.
+ Act as Liaison between the courts and correctional facilities.
+ Deliver and monitor consumer medications in accordance with Agency, DMH and DPH regulations, policies and procedures. Ensure the maintenance and accuracy of all documentation and administration.
+ Transport consumers to required court mandated treatment, probation/parole appointments, work sites, meetings, daily activities, appointments, as needed. Follow all motor vehicle rules and regulations when driving consumers.
+ Participate in Daily Organizational Meeting (DOM) in accordance with Eliot policies and PACT standards. This shall include completing progress notes prior to the DOM for every consumer contact and collateral contact in the format indicated by policy.
+ Perform shift management as assigned by the Team Leader in accordance with Eliot policies and PACT standards.
+ Act as a primary case manager to 7-15 consumers in accordance with Eliot's policies and PACT standards.
Qualifications:
+ Requires a BA/BS in field of psychology or criminal justice with at least two years of experience working with justice involved individuals.
+ Ability to develop dual diagnosis groups and provide individualized substance abuse support.
+ Knowledge of 12 step programs, motivational interviewing and evidence-based substance abuse treatment.
+ Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and cultural groups.
+ Ability to work a flexible work schedule contingent upon program needs. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with periods of high stress
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 am - 4 pm
Eliot is committed to identifying and dismantling barriers that prevent people with marginalizedracial identities from actualizing their full employment potential, assuming leadership roles, orfrom fully engaging at all levels in the workplace.
*Eliot mandates COVID-19 vaccinations for employees, please discuss the requirements with the hiring manager during the interview process.
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
+ Bilingual: Intermediate
+ Communication Skills: Expert
+ Computer Software Skills: Expert
+ Experience with population: Expert
Education
Preferred
+ Bachelors or better in MH Counseling
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
+ MA DRIVER'S LICENSE
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024