Detox Technician

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JOB DESCRIPTION: Detoxification Technician

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Director of Nursing / Coordinator of Clinical Services

POSITION SUPERVISED: None

QUALIFICATIONS/CREDIENTIALS:

1) Valid Ohio Driver’s License with less than Four Points;

2) Knowledge of chemical dependency, disease concept, 12 step programs; prefer CDCA accreditation

3) Excellent oral and written interpersonal communication skills;

4) Computer competency;

5) Flexible work hours;

6) Willingness to work with a team of staff members to provide patient care.

BASIC FUNCTION:

The Detoxification Technician provides assistance to the nursing staff and chemical dependency counselors on the Detoxification Unit, including: ensuring security and safety of patients, staff and visitors.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

1. Ability to assist with admission procedures, including cleaning and preparing rooms.

2. Ability to greet new patients, conducting orientation and answer basic questions regarding program.

3. Ability to co-facilitate groups and document interactions.

4. Ability to provide support to patients who are unable to sleep, agitated, and/or uncomfortable with withdrawal process.

5. Ability to observe and report significant client information to nursing and counseling staff.

6. Ability to perform security checks of the building, room checks and searches of patient belongings.

7. Ability to monitor visitors for AA/NA meetings, client activities, family program, etc.

8. Ability to assist with client discharges.

9. Ability to assist in obtaining urine specimens.

10. Ability to respond to medical and other emergencies and notify appropriate administrative staff. Document observation of any incidents that occur.

11. Ability to respond to urgent patient issues or crisis situations.

12. Ability to answer the phone and assist callers.

13. Ability to distribute patient mail.

14. Ability to work cooperatively with other staff/disciplines as part of an interdisciplinary team.

15. Completion of requirements for annual agency training compliance.

16. Ability to uphold patient rights and confidentiality regulations.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Performs other duties of the position and within the individual’s capabilities as assigned by his/her supervisor.

AAP/EEO Statement

Stella Maris is committed to providing a non-discriminatory employment environment for its employees.

The policy of the Stella Maris is to fully comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations in the area of non-discrimination in employment. Discrimination against employees and applicants due to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual harassment), gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, age, military and veteran status is prohibited. Violations of this policy will be subject to discipline, up to and including termination.

Stella Maris is committed to assuring equal employment opportunity and equal access to services, programs and activities for individuals with disabilities. It is the policy of Stella Maris to provide reasonable

Equal employment opportunity and non-discriminatory commitments include, but are not limited to, the areas of hiring, promotion, examination or testing, demotion, reassignment, recruitment, discipline, layoff or termination, rate of compensation and company sponsored training.

All employees are expected to comply with this Equal Employment Opportunity Policy. Managers and supervisors who are responsible for meeting business objectives are expected to cooperate fully in meeting Stella Maris’s equal employment opportunity objectives.

Any employee who believes he or she has been discriminated against must immediately report any incident to the company’s designated EEO Officer.

The company will not tolerate retaliation against any employee who reports acts of discrimination or provides information in connection with any such complaint.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person