,THIS IS AN ENTRY-LEVEL POSITION IN THE FIELD OF SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS. THIS POSITION IS FROM 10 PM TO 7 AM. PLEASE READ THE JOB DESCRIPTION CAREFULLY BEFORE APPLYING.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Employee will:
- See to the comfort and safety of the client who is detoxing.
- Observe and document all activities of the client every 30 minutes.
- See to it that a “Progress Summary” is written at the end of the shift.
- Represent Empire Recovery Center (ERC) in a professional and ethical manner.
- Be responsible for maintaining a clean, quiet, and comfortable area for an individual to detoxify from alcohol and or drugs.
- Make sure that the clients are resting comfortably
- Ensure that snacks and water are available
- If a client needs medical attention, contact the non-emergency number and document everything.
- Assure the detox office and closet are maintained and organized.
- Assure that all house laundry (kitchen, cleaning towels, and linens) is laundered.
- Start laundry at the beginning of your shift. Complete before 6 AM.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Executive Director or Assistant Director.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Employee will:
- Have a demonstrated ability to work well with other employees and program participants.
- Have one year of experience with detox residents in a detoxification unit or
- the equivalent experience.
- Have knowledge of detoxification procedures.
- Have filing and record-keeping skills.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent, preferably an A.A. or B.A. degree in addiction studies or similar discipline as an alcohol and drug counselor.
- Be registered with an approved California certification agency and obtain the required education and supervised work experience as required by CCR, Title 9, Division 4, Chapter 8, and the Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Services Information Notice 16-058, and abide by the California Code Of Conduct for SUD Counselors.
- Have knowledge of available community programs.
- Have current CPR and First Aid.
- Provide Health records including a health screening report or health questionnaire and tuberculosis test results as required.
- Participate in safety and injury training and follow agency safety rules.
- Comply with agency contractual requirements, including authorization for provisional clearance and background check.
- If a recovering person, you must have 2 years of continuous recovery and be active in a 12-step program, or the equivalent, to assure his/her growth in recovery and to improve one’s ability to work with people with substance use disorders.
POSITION HOURS:
The hours are determined by the Executive Director or Residential Director This shift is from 10 PM to 7 AM with a one-hour lunch break. The employee will be flexible with their time and will be on shift until relieved by another staff member.
JOB SETTING:
The Empire Recovery Center, a non-profit, charitable organization, proposes to rehabilitate men and women who have substance use disorders. The Executive Director ensures that the goals of the ERC are met and that this facility continues to serve the community with consistently high levels of care and recovery.
- The Empire Recovery Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.90 per hour
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
