Program Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Why You’ll Love this Program Assistant Job! Are you passionate about helping others navigate life’s toughest challenges? As a full-time Program Assistant at EOSIS EOSIS Latitudes at Tapestry  in Saint Paul, MN, you’ll have the unique opportunity to support individuals during one of the most vulnerable—and courageous—moments in their lives.

The purpose of this position is to provide support services to clinical and /or medical staff.

Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 Hourly
Shift: Full-Time, 1st shift

Why EOSIS? 

• Time Off : 20 days of paid-time-off + 6 paid holidays
• Insurance : Health, dental, and vision insurance + HSA/FSA
• Education : Tuition reimbursement and discounted tuition at select colleges
• Future Planning : 401(k) – ROTH and traditional options
• Career Path Opportunities
• Discount with Verizon Cell Phone Plans
• Clinical license reimbursement available. Tuition reimbursement available for most Human Service fields.

Each day, you’ll help rebuild lives by making a real impact on people recovering from addiction and mental health challenges. With approachable leaders who listen, support, and encourage growth, you’ll experience what it means to be rising together in your career. A strong culture of care, where team members look out for one another and stand together through challenges, keeps you rooted in teamwork as you do meaningful, life-changing work.

Ready to help clients build healthy routines and find their path to lasting recovery? Join EOSIS EOSIS Latitudes at Tapestry  as a full-time Program Assistant in Saint Paul, MN and be a steady source of support and guidance. Apply today and make a difference where it matters most! Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• May complete admission paperwork with clients.
• Perform chemical health technician duties.
• Provide training and role modeling for new staff.
• Administrative support as directed to medical and clinical staff.
• Participate in quality assurance activities.        
• Assist with daily activities of clients.
• Paraprofessionals may not admit, transfer, or discharge clients. They may be directed to follow through with the process of implementation of the above by the director or designee.
• Attend staff in-services and meeting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills Required:

• Must be 18 years of age.  
• CPR and first aid certified.  
• Have experience in the CD treatment field and 2-3 years related experience required, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.  
• Must know or be willing to receive training on all parts and the implications of MN Statute 245G as well as all other required rules and regulations.  

Preferred

• Possess a valid driver license and have the ability to drive a vehicle continuously for up to three hours.
• The ability to lift and move objects weighing a minimum of 25 pounds.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong verbal skills and ability to communicate with a variety of people from diverse cultures, socioeconomic and educational backgrounds.
• Flexibility to meet a variety of changing priorities
• Computer skills to draft emails, memos, and reporting

Physical Requirement

• Lifting           Up to 50 pounds
• Standing       Up to 8 hours per day
• Stair climbing Most facilities, up to 20% of time
• Driving          Cars and 15 passenger vans, average 2-4 hours per day, up to 8 hours per day
• Sitting           Varies, 2 hours
• Reaching      2 hours per day unless driving
• Bending        10% of time
• Squatting      10% of time
• Walking         Up to 8 hours per day

EOSIS (formerly Meridian Behavioral Health) is a leader in behavioral health care and addiction recovery services, with a network of addiction treatment centers in Minnesota.