Behavioral Health Tech- Substance Use Treatment Center

Job Description

Job Description

Sanctuary Treatment Center is currently looking for Resident Aids for our residential substance abuse programs in Tarzana!

This position is responsible for providing direct service to clients, and for facilitating the smooth day-to-day operation of the program. This position collaborates as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team to deliver effective substance abuse treatment and care to clients.

AVAILABILITY: 

• NOC SHIFT (11PM-7:30AM)
• SWING SHIFT (3PM-11:30PM)

**Must be availabe at least one weekend day/night 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with intakes, orient clients to the facility and ensure rules of the program are understood and followed
• Provide support and build rapport with clients while maintaining appropriate boundaries at all times
• Conduct rounds, belonging searches and safety checks on a routine basis
• Administer drug and alcohol screenings to clients as needed
• Assist clients in self administration of prescribed medication as needed
• Enforce and monitor cell phone usage, visitation hours, and adherence to program schedule
• Transport to and attend offsite activities such as meetings, gym, and appointments
• Ensure clients attend all groups and therapy sessions as scheduled
• Lead clients in organized activities and effectively teach independent living skills
• Provide effective crisis intervention as needed
• Complete all program documentation, shift/crossover reports, incident reports and other forms according to company policies
• Ensure the facility is clean, safe and in compliance at all times
• Other duties as assigned by the leadership team

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High School graduate or possess a GED. Coursework in counseling, psychology, or social work preferred.
• One-year experience working in a substance use/mental health treatment facility  preferred .
• RADT or equivalent  preferred .
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team player while maintaing appropriate boundaries.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record and personal automobile insurance. Ability to drive large van required.

Benefits

Regular employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible for:

• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance.
• Reimbursement for licensing fees
• Education assistance
• Employee referral bonus
• Healthcare Flexible spending account with $250 company contribution for Full time employees
• Paid vacation, sick leave, 6 paid holidays, jury duty pay
• Direct deposit and same-day pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% dollar for dollar match to employees who work a minimum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year.

Sanctuary Treatment Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pre-Employment Requirements

1. Hiring is contingent upon completion of a TB test, and clearance on a drug screen and pre-employment physical. Clean driving record and current first aid and CPR certification or willing to obtain upon hire.

PLEASE NOTE: The above reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements which may be inherent in the position.