Description:
Do you have a passion for helping adolescents navigate their recovery journey?
Gateway Rehab Center (GRC) in Center Township, PA, is looking for a dedicated PRN Treatment Support Technician 2 to join our Adolescent Program team. This is your chance to play a hands-on role in creating a safe, supportive environment where young individuals can heal, grow, and thrive.
If you’re ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of adolescents, we invite you to bring your energy, compassion, and commitment to our mission-driven team!
Responsibilities
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Facilitates discussion groups and activities.
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Monitors patient behavior.
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Conducts handbook orientation.
- Conducts searches of patient belongings, rooms and person.
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Acts as a liaison between clinical staff and patients.
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Assists patients in completion of patient assessment forms.
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Monitors patients' phone calls to families.
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Assists with crises intervention.
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A clean driving record which allows the ability to drive patients to and from appointments, support groups, activities or other travel as assigned.
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Documents involvement with patients in progress notes.
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Collects urine and completes paperwork for drug screening as necessary.
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Provides post-discharge contacts/referrals under therapist direction.
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Monitors medication taken by clients and documents accordingly, if applicable.
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Works in the gift shop, if applicable.
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Manages menu and nutrition needs if applicable.
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Manages donation and patient requests, if applicable to the location.
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Monitors smoke breaks in the hospital setting, if applicable.
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Completes intake paperwork as needed.
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Monitors clients’ ADLs - including chores, behaviors, and grooming issues.
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Remains on duty until relieved.
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Communicates information to the treatment team.
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Transports patients to AA and NA meetings and elsewhere as needed.
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Monitors patient treatment assignments.
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Other duties as assigned.
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Attends mandatory GRC trainings and in-services.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Knowledge of 12 step programs and/or other recovery support and/or addictions preferred.
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Knowledge of adolescent behavior management and care preferred
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred.
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Valid driver's license and favorable driving record required.
Additional Requirements
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Pass a PA Criminal Background Check
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Obtain PA Child Abuse and FBI Fingerprinting clearances.
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Pass Drug Screen
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TB Test
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Obtain CPR/First Aid training is required.
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This position requires mandatory staffing coverage when necessary to provide a safe treatment environment for Gateway residents.
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Required to remain awake and alert while on duty.
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If living a life of recovery, must attest to at least 18 months in recovery from substance use disorder.
Work Conditions
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Favorable working conditions.
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Minimal physical demand.
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Moderate mental demands to respond to patients' simultaneous requests.
GRC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V
