Substance Abuse Technician – Adult Residential – 3rd shift Position Available In Hamilton, Tennessee

Substance Abuse Technician – Adult Residential – 3rd shift CADAS Chattanooga, TN Job Details Full-time $15.50 – $16.00 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Addiction counseling Patient monitoring Writing skills English High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Supervising experience Patient care Computer skills Entry level Behavioral health

Full Job Description Job Summary:

Substance Abuse Technician Full-Time Sunday – Thursday 11pm-7:30am

Rate of Pay:

$15.50-16/hr Provides direct and indirect client care under the direction of the

Program Director Duties and Responsibilities:

Substance Abuse Technician

• Provide for the personal care and comfort of A& D clients
• Provide a safe, clean environment
• Orient clients to the unit
• Perform and record vital signs for respite and residential rehab clients, notifies RN of any changes
• Monitor client’s compliance with the program requirements/rules
• Continuously observe client’s behavior, mental status and activities, notifies RN, director and/or counselor of any changes or unusual occurrences
• Demonstrate the ability to identify behaviors that require intervention
• Escort clients when leaving the unit for activities and scheduled tests
• Perform client safety checks at scheduled times, documents appropriately
• Responsible for observation for high-risk clients
• Communicate appropriately and clearly to the Director, RN’s, and Counselors
• Demonstrate the ability to set limits for clients and other de-escalation techniques
• Documentation meets current standards and policies
• Treat clients and families with respect and dignity, provides emotional support
• Perform all aspects of client care in an environment that optimizes client safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
• Maintain appropriate levels of supplies for the unit
• Answer the telephone in a professional manner, directs calls appropriately, and takes messages
• Operate equipment safely and correctly
• Maintain a good working relationship within the department and with the other departments of the facility
• Demonstrate the ability to be organized and flexible, acts appropriately in stressful/emergency situations
• Uses two identifiers for each client served to ensure identification
• Performs other duties as assigned

Regulatory Requirements:

Substance Abuse Technician

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• One to two years related experience as A & D preferred
• Valid Driver’s License required

Language Skills:

• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing
• Additional languages preferred

Skills:

Substance Abuse Technician

• Basic computer knowledge
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.50 – $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Addiction Medicine Schedule:

8 hour shift Overnight shift Application Question(s): Have you been convicted of a felony within the last 5 years? Are you on Federal Supervision at this time? This includes Federal Pretrial, Federal Probation or Federal Parole.

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location:

In person