Detox/Program Support - Swing Shift and Weekends - ENTRY LEVEL in SUD

Job description

THIS IS AN ENTRY-LEVEL POSITION IN THE FIELD OF SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS.

SAT & SUN – 1 PM to 10 PM / WEEKDAY SWING SHIFTS – 1 PM to 10 PM

Who we are:

The Empire Hotel Alcohol Rehabilitation, Inc., (EHARC, Inc.) dba Empire Recovery Center, Inc., is a non-profit agency whose purpose is to provide substance use disorder treatment opportunities through a continuum of services, including short-term, residential, and outpatient services. The Empire has been in operation in the North State for over forty-five years.

Empire Recovery Center (ERC) is looking to fill the following positions: Residential Program Support and Detox Support. These positions ensure the safety and security of our 24/7 residential program(s) and its participants by providing coverage when regular staff is out. These positions are after hours and outside the normal hours of operation.

Primary Responsibilities:

· Ensure that all program participants adhere to program rules and regulations.

· Ensure the safety and security of the residents and the participants during the assigned shift.

· Maintain appropriate logs and files for each shift.

· Read log entries at the beginning of each Shift and communicate information as appropriate at the end of each shift.

· Monitor participant’s requirements, if any, such as chores, curfew, etc.

· Respond calmly and effectively to all emergencies and report information to the appropriate supervisor.

· Offer support to participants.

· Treat each participant with respect and dignity

· Establish appropriate boundaries with participants.

· Some shifts may require some janitorial tasks and laundry services

· Participants in detox must be observed every 30 minutes

· Engage all participants by understanding and addressing their needs whether within or outside the scope of work.

· Attend & participate in team meetings and supervision as requested and communicate effectively with participants and staff in other areas.

· Maintain confidentiality of participants, fellow employees, and agency information in accordance with federal and state laws and funder requirements.

· Ensure compliance with program/department, agency, and/or funder requirements, as well as, ERC policies & procedures.

· Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

· Minimum HS diploma or GED

· Sensitivity to low-income families of diverse backgrounds

· Ability to work independently

· Good verbal and written communication skills

· Accuracy in completing documentation and paperwork

· Understanding the disease concept of addiction and knowledge of the 12-step programs and harm reduction model is helpful.

What would make you successful in these roles?

Certification as a Substance Use Disorder Counselor in CA or Registered and actively working on the certification.

Experience with substance use and human services direct services or supervision experience

Demonstrated knowledge of alcoholism/addiction treatment and Motivational Interviewing concepts and techniques

Able to handle and de-escalate emergency situations; CPR/First-aid training is required.

Flexible schedule: must be willing to work days and nights on a rotating basis

If recovering alcoholic/addict must have one year of continuous sobriety

Valid California Driver's license

Must show a demonstrated knowledge of computers; including but not limited to, data input, internet navigation, Microsoft Word, etc. Ability to write clear narrative reports and treatment notes

Fingerprinting/Drug testing is required at the time of hire

Perks

Staff receives unlimited training and Continued Education opportunities. And of course, the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a team of mindful, caring, and passionate people at work every day!

Empire Recovery Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 32 per week

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person