Behavioral Health Technician

Laguna Shores Behavioral Health; Dana Point (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Laguna Shores Behavioral Health in Dana Point, California, is seeking a dedicated Detox Technician to join our detoxification and residential treatment program. You will supervise participants, monitor withdrawal symptoms and vital signs, document observations, and help guide individuals along recovery pathways.

This role emphasizes safety, compassionate advocacy, and collaboration with the treatment team, including coordinating transportation and connecting participants with community resources

Qualifications

• Registration with CCAPP or ACCBC (or equivalent) demonstrating ethical standards and professional development.
• Solid understanding of recovery concepts, withdrawal symptoms, and addiction recovery stages.
• Prior experience in addiction counseling, residential treatment, or related fields is beneficial.
• Familiarity with basic medical practices, including vital signs and documenting observations.
• CPR and First Aid certifications up-to-date to respond to emergencies.
• Health clearances ensuring fitness for role and participant safety.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of participants during detoxification and residential services, ensuring safety.
• Monitor withdrawal symptoms, adverse reactions to medications, and vital signs.
• Maintain accurate records of observations, progress, and incidents to guide treatment plans.
• Act as recovery advocate, engaging participants in recovery activities and community groups.
• Assist with participant transportation to appointments, meetings, and activities.
• Connect participants with community resources to support recovery.
• Oversee drug and alcohol testing to ensure program compliance and accountability.

Skills

Professional Registration

Recovery Knowledge

Field Experience

Medical Knowledge

CPR/First Aid Certification

Health Clearances

Job description

Position: Detox Technician

About Us: At Laguna Shores Behavioral Health, we are dedicated to helping individuals overcome substance abuse and embark on the path to recovery. Our detoxification and residential treatment program offers a supportive environment where individuals can take their first steps toward a healthier, addiction-free life. We are seeking passionate and qualified Detox Technicians to join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of those in need.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Detox Technician, you will play a vital role in the recovery journey of our participants. Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

1. Supervision: Providing attentive supervision to participants requiring detoxification and residential services, ensuring their safety and well-being.
2. Monitoring: Carefully monitoring participants for withdrawal symptoms, adverse reactions to medications, and any other medical concerns. Regularly measuring vital signs to track their progress.
3. Documentation: Maintaining accurate and thorough records of participant observations, progress, and incidents. Your documentation will help guide their treatment plans and ensure their needs are met.
4. Recovery Advocacy: Serving as a dedicated recovery advocate, your primary focus will be to support, inspire, and empower participants on their journey to sobriety. You will actively engage them in recovery-related activities and encourage their involvement in community self-help groups.
5. Transportation: Assisting with participant transportation to appointments, meetings, and activities related to their recovery.
6. Community Resources: Connecting participants with valuable community resources to enhance their recovery process. Your guidance will help them access the support they need outside our program.
7. Drug and Alcohol Testing: Managing and overseeing drug and alcohol testing to ensure compliance with program requirements and participant accountability.

Minimum Requirements:

To excel in this role, you should meet the following minimum requirements:

• Professional Registration: Registration with respected organizations like CCAPP or ACCBC, demonstrating your commitment to ethical standards and professional development in addiction counseling.
• Recovery Knowledge: A solid understanding of recovery concepts, withdrawal symptoms, and the stages of addiction recovery.
• Field Experience: Prior experience in addiction counseling, residential treatment, or related fields will be highly beneficial.
• Medical Knowledge: Familiarity with basic medical practices, including medication understanding, side effects, and adverse reactions. Proficiency in measuring vital signs and documenting observations.
• CPR/First Aid Certification: Up-to-date certifications in CPR and First Aid to respond effectively to emergencies.
• Health Clearances: T.B. Clearance and and Health Screening Clearances to ensure your fitness for the role and the safety of our participants.

Join Our Team:

If you are passionate about helping individuals regain control of their lives and are dedicated to the principles of recovery, we invite you to join our team at Laguna Shores Behavioral Health. Here, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve, fostering hope and healing every day. Embark on a rewarding career as a Detox Technician and be part of a compassionate family-type environment dedicated to changing lives for the better. Apply today and take the first step towards making a lasting impact in the field of addiction recovery.