Drug Rehab Detox Technician

JOB TITLE: Behavioral Health Technician

This position is also known as: Resident Aid, Client Advisor, Detox Technician, Behavioral Health Technician.

Reports to: Clinical Director

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Tech functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient observation, interaction, role modeling, and driving residents to appointments. The Behavioral Health Technician reports to the Clinical Director. This position is also known as a Detox Technician, Client Advocate, Tech, Rehab Tech, Resident Aid or Resident Advisor.

Qualifications

· Possesses current valid California Driver License

· Clean driving record

· Knowledge of recovery programs

· RADT or Equivalent Credential

Competencies:
Proficient in computer based EMR

· Knowledge of vehicle and driving safety

· Knowledge of program values and norms

· Knowledge of residential and IOP standards

· Knowledge of IMS standards and related policies

· Knowledge in the 12 core functions of SUD Treatment

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

· Provides resident supervision in coordination with the clinical staff.

· Assists in admission of new residents, which includes orienting resident to unit and program, checking resident for contraband and caring for resident’s valuables and belongings.

· Assists resident through the discharge process.

· Makes scheduled resident rounds.

· Is aware of physical and safety factors on the unit, performs security rounds and reports unsafe conditions to a supervisor.

· Assists patients in the recovery process.

· Performs tasks related to general center maintenance, such as bed making, room check, care of resident’s belongings and general center cleanliness, minor property maintenance.

· Accompanies residents off the unit when necessary, including driving to A.A./N.A. meetings.

· Establishes and maintains therapeutic relationship with residents within the guidelines of the clinical programs.

· Attends report at the beginning of the shift.

· Conduct physical observations of clients and document evidence of the observation in accordance with company IMS policies and DHCS standards.

· Must be trained in the delivery of detoxification services, identification of the signs and symptoms of medical distress/overdose, and all associated policies related to the provision of detoxification and IMS services.

· Observe and document client self-administration of medications. Prepares controlled medication handoff. Inventories and notifies clinical staff of low inventory medications.

· Prepare nutritious meals for patients during the shift.