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Amergis Alcohol and Drug Treatment Specialist in Oxnard, California
$22 - $24
As a member of the multidisciplinary team, the Substance Abuse Technician assists clients from admission through discharge providing client support through the extended substance and mental health treatment process. The Substance Abuse Technician supervises client's behavior and manage client crisis situations when they arise. The Substance Abuse Technician will serve substance abuse clients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Implements alcohol and drug abuse education, and provide resources for continued treatment in the community
Conducts substance abuse orientation, awareness, education, and prevention programs
Organizes and coordinates with other agencies promoting substance abuse awareness
Maintains HIPAA and Client confidentiality at all times
Communicates to staff any inappropriate or suspected inappropriate client behavior
May conduct breath analysis and urinalysis collection and documentation
Understands and follows incident/accident reporting policies and procedures
Responds to client emergency medical needs, when appropriate/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 meetings as directed by Counselors, Lead Techs or Program Coordinator
Maintains a clean and safe environment which may include general cleaning duties, contraband searches, safety rounding and room checks
Updates electronic health records in a consistent, efficient manner per protocol
Communicates with families, referral sources, and outside healthcare providers in a professional manner
Administers medications in accordance with policy and nursing staff instructions
Assists on-duty counseling staff and performs other duties as assigned or required
Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Previous experience in an addiction treatment facility or experience working in the substance use disorder and/or mental health field preferred
Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English 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.