Responsibilities for Substance Abuse Technician
Will ensure compliance with policies and procedures of Maple House Women with Children Program. Will act as a role model for participants and their children.
- Conduct intake with all beneficiaries including ROI’s and orientation to the program.
- Knowledge of assessments, CalOms forms, and consent forms.
- Manage bed assignments.
- Maintain documentation in the beneficiary record which includes updated case notes, discharge notes, and shift reports.
- Oversee the self -administration of medication.
- Receive briefing from prior shift personnel on recent developments.
- Observe and report beneficiary behavior to case managers and document in the beneficiary chart as well as shift report in EHR.
- Ensure beneficiaries attend all meetings and groups if physically able.
- Conduct walk-throughs of facility and beneficiary rooms every 30 minutes and provide documentation of walk-through during 3rd shift.
- Knowledgeable of Confidentiality laws, policies, and procedures.
- Answer telephones and become knowledgeable with referral procedures.
- Complete continuing education and training as required by Cedar House, County, and State mandates
- Transportation of beneficiaries as needed.
- Assistance with childcare when needed.
- Facilitate Mommy and Me groups with beneficiaries.
- Maintain a professional demeanor.
Job Requirements for Substance Abuse Technician
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Understanding of the nature of alcohol/drug addiction and the recovery process.
- Certified or registered upon hire under an accredited drug and alcohol certification program.
- Ability to address stressful situations in a calm manner and be able to communicate in a positive way.
- Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
- Resourcefulness and strong problem-solving skills.
