CT Sober House

Full Time-1st Shift-7am-3pm weekends/holidays on rotation

We are looking for a Clinical Technician to work full time on first shift with alternating weekends and holidays in our Sobering Facility. This is a unique position requiring skills similar to nurse assistants and medical assistants.

Our mission is one of providing individuals an opportunity to change their lives. We are committed to utilizing innovative, evidence-based pathways to assist individuals in achieving and sustaining a healthy quality of life.

The vision of New Paths, Inc. is to be an effective and dynamic force in the treatment of behavioral health while recognizing the individuality of the person served.

Our Sobering Facility technicians are responsible for the following:

1. Support and adhere to the NPI Code of Ethics, work rules, policies, plans and procedures to promote a safe and secure environment for the residents, visitors and employees of New Paths.
2. Responsible for meeting with clients, reviewing rules and expectations, taking vital signs according to protocols, and overall introduction to the unit.
3. Ability to work with clients who are under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
4. Remain engaged with clients in the milieu throughout the shift to promote personal growth and environmental safety.
5. Assist clients with timely self-administration of prescribed medications according to policy and procedure.
6. Successful handling of multiple, interpersonal interactions with distressed persons.
7. Document interventions, communications, activities and/or services thoroughly, accurately and timely according to policy and procedure.
8. Communicate shift report both verbally and in writing to coworkers each and every shift.
9. Participates in performance appraisal process by identifying professional learning needs and individual goals with supervisor.
10. Participate in staff meetings/team meetings/peer review as required.
11. Participate in performance improvement efforts and other responsibilities as designated by the Supervision/Management.
12. Performs any other duties assigned by the Clinical Support Supervisor and/or Management..

REQUIRED ABILITIES AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

1. Adult CPR Certified
2. (2) or more years’ experience with substance use disorder and/or mental health populations.
3. If applicable, maintain licensing and/or certification to meet contractual and State requirements.
4. Demonstrate ability to learn the applicable computer programs and software, and provide accurate and timely data entry functions.
5. Demonstrate the ability to interact with challenging and complex clients in a compassionate, respectful and professional manner.
6. Ability to thoroughly and competently document as needed to meet NPI, contract and accreditation requirements
7. Experience within medical field (CNA, MA, work in group homes, hospitals, etc.)

Preferred:

1. Experience with Michigan Department of Corrections
2. Case Management Experience

Physical and Mental Effort:

Light physical effort with freedom of movement. Duties conducted within a professional office setting and access areas within the building with stairs. Regular computer keyboard use and some light lifting (10-15 lbs.) may be required. Some travel may be associated with the position.