Admitting Worker

Stars Intake Specialist-Certified

Sign on Bonus: $4,000 Relocation Allowance (up to): $10,000 Facility: Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital Req #: 72680 Location: Newport, OR Schedule - Shift: 1.0 (80 hrs/pp) - Day Department: PCH Treatment & Recovery Svcs Remote Status: OnSite Salary Range: $27.84 - $40.88

*Starting bonus and/or relocation available to new employees. Previous experience may be required. Employment commitment to Samaritan is required.

**OPEN NOW** Join the Samaritan Treatment and Recovery Services Team in providing a recovery-oriented environment in which patients can address their substance use disorders in a holistic manner in our new residential facility.

Job Summary/Purpose

In collaboration with the treatment team, works to ensure that high risk clients are triaged and referred to treatment in a manner that reflects our commitment to trauma informed, evidenced-based practices.

Department Description

Samaritan Treatment and Recovery Services provide a continuum of substance use services to adults and their families. Members of the Samaritan Treatment and Recovery team work in a multi-disciplinary approach, in both residential and outpatient settings providing evidenced, trauma informed treatment.

Experience/Education/Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor Level I (CADC I) or National Certification Addiction Counselor I (NCAC I) required. CADC II, NCAC II, or higher certification preferred. Healthcare Provider Level BLS required within 30 days of hire. Experience and/or training in computer applications required. If responsible for driving SHS vehicles, then successful completion of Drivers Privileges for SHS Vehicles application process required. All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing a pre-employment/post offer drug screen. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Adaptability/Flexibility - Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse client populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to clients. Stress Tolerance and Self Control - Ability to maintain patience and composure, control emotions, set clear boundaries and moderate high stress, difficult situations. Service Orientation - Successfully apply knowledge of various resources/models of recovery to assist and care for others. Communication and teamwork Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Brings others together and tries to reconcile differences. Strong ASAM assessment, placement criteria skills. Knowledge of recovery support systems. Familiarity with Medication Assisted Treatment. Strong Computer Skills. Advanced understanding of ASAM PPC-2R and DSM-5.

Physical Demands

Rarely (1 - 10% of the time) Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time) Frequently (34 - 66% of the time) Continually (67 100% of the time) CLIMB LADDER LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0-20 Lbs LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20-40 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds SQUATCH Static (hold >30 sec) SQUATCH Repetitive BEND FORWARD at waist ROTATE TRUNK Sitting REACH Forward REACH - Upward STAND SIT WALK - LEVEL SURFACE CLIMB STAIRS WALK INCLINE MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists ROTATE TRUNK Standing GRASP Hand/Fist FINGER DEXTERITY PINCH Fingers PUSH (0-20 pounds force) PUSH (40-60 pounds force) PULL (0-20 pounds force) PULL (40 - 60 pounds force) None specified None Specified