Addiction Recovery Technician

NorthStar Regional | Mental Health Services & Addiction Treatment; Otsego (MN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Part time

Job summary

NorthStar Regional | Mental Health Services & Addiction Treatment is hiring Addiction Recovery Technicians in Otsego, MN. We offer roles at different experience levels with competitive pay ranging from $18 to $21 per hour depending on qualifications. Ideal candidates will prioritize client care, effective communication, and be proactive in a team-oriented environment.

Candidates must be 18+, complete a DHS background check, and be trained in medication administration. Flexible part-time hours available.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Successfully completed a medication administration training program.
• Comply with MN 245G and program policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in client admission process and medication administration.
• Perform routine cleaning duties for the assigned shift.
• Communicate observed inventory needs and assist in inventory tasks.

Skills

Client care

Communication

Crisis Management

De-escalation techniques

Boundary setting

Education

18 years of age

DHS background check

Medication administration training

Job description

Addiction Recovery Technician Come Join Us today!

Addiction Recovery Tech Shift differentials for Overnights

Part time hours are available up to 24 hours per week

Addiction Recovery Tech Level 1: $18/ hour (experience: 0 – 9 months)

• Good Client care and communication with staff
• Responsible and dependable with scheduled shifts
• Learn the basics of our Electronic Health Management System
• Become Medication Administration certified* through NSR in the first month – Administration of medication or assistance with self‑medication
• A desire to work other shifts at your location if schedule allows
• Assist in client admission process – including same gender UA’s and simple pat downs when needed
• Preparing rooms for new admits & learning to conduct Room Searches
• Perform routine Cleaning Duties for the shift you are hired for
• Demonstrate good boundaries upon hire and receive guidance for continued growth with boundaries. Observe and report is a critical part of this job.
• Learn and practice basic De‑escalation skills
• Crisis Management – Understands basic Policy & Procedures

Addiction Recovery Tech Level 2: $19-$20 / hour (experience: 9 months – 18 months)

Ability to perform and show progress of Level 1 duties consistently and responsibly

Including:

• Continued growth in client care and communication with staff
• Basic Understanding & knowledge of Intake/Admission process
• Crisis Management – Comfortable in following a procedure
• ExhibitsStrong Healthy Boundaries/Continued growth in De‑escalation techniques
• Administration of medication or assistance with self‑medication

Addiction Recovery Tech Additional duties:

• Communicates any observed Inventory needs
• Open to cross training at other facilities
• Willingness to pick up shifts if needed

Addiction Recovery Tech Level 3: $20-21 (experience: 18+ months)

Performs all Level 1 & Level 2 duties consistently and mentors other

Including

• High standardof client care, boundaries, and communication with staff
• Consistently team oriented: Proven willingness to go above & beyond.
• Mentoring of fellow co‑workers/Assists in Training others across all shifts if needed.
• Assist in mentoringde‑escalation & Crisis Management protocols.
• Good knowledge of Policies & Procedures

Addiction Recovery Tech Additional Duties:

• Able to work in other facilities if needed.
• Learn the scheduling process to back up lead schedule.
• Perform inventory & ordering as needed.

Addiction Recovery Tech Qualifications

• Comply with MN 245G and program policies and procedures.
• Acknowledge understanding of Client Rights, per MN 245G.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must complete DHS background check and be cleared to work in human service programs.
• Be trained in medication administration or assistance with self‑medication via one of the following:
• Successfully completed a medication administration training program for unlicensed personnel through an accredited Minnesota post‑secondary educational institution; or
• Be trained according to a formalized training program which is taught by a registered nurse and offered by the license holder
• Have current TB/Mantoux screening

*If you have experience in any of the areas below, you’re encouraged to apply:

• CNA or PCA
• Direct Support Professional (DSP)
• Memory care
• Withdrawal management
• Sober home manager or resident assistant
• Nursing homes