CD Tech - Full-Time

NUWAY Alliance; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

NUWAY Alliance in Minneapolis is seeking a Chemical Dependency Technician (NUWAY III) to join our nonprofit behavioral health team. The role supports clients from admission through discharge, helps supervise client behavior, and assists on-duty counselors in achieving program goals in a respectful, confidential manner.

The ideal candidate has experience in mental health or substance use treatment, is able to work both weekdays and weekends, and holds current First Aid/CPR certification with

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification and Medication Administration certificate (Residential only) within 30 days.
• Able to pass Minnesota DHS background study.
• Ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficient in English communication and ability to document in writing.
• Physical demands: Sitting for extended periods, lifting up to 25 pounds, and mobility within facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients from admission through discharge.
• Supervise and manage client behavior and crisis situations.
• Support on-duty counselors to achieve program goals.
• Respond to medical emergencies professionally and calmly.
• Maintain client confidentiality per HIPAA and state/federal guidelines.

Skills

First Aid/CPR certification

Medication Administration

Background check

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Chemical Dependency Technician (NUWAY III) #2130

NUWAY is currently looking for a great candidate to work at our Minneapolis location in a full-time capacity as a Chemical Dependency Technician. The ideal candidate would have past experience in mental health or substance abuse and have both weekday and weekend availability.

The rate for this role is $20 per hour with an additional $2 per hour for any hours worked between 11:00PM - 7:00AM.

Organization Overview

NUWAY Alliance is a nonprofit organization created in 2019 with a mission to provide leadership, innovation, and recovery access in response to national and local trends in behavioral healthcare. It provides overarching leadership and management to NUWAY House, Cochran Recovery Services, The Gables, Arrigoni Housing Support and NUWAY Recovery Foundation. In addition to extremely competitive compensation packages, NUWAY Alliance has best in class benefit offerings for employees including company paid Medical, Dental, Vision, a 403(b)-retirement plan with an extremely generous company match, and much more! Click here to learn more about NUWAY's benefits.

Position Overview

As a member of the multidisciplinary team, the Chemical Dependency Technician (CD Tech) will assist clients from admission through discharge providing client support through the extended substance and mental health treatment process. CD Tech’s supervise and manage client behavior and help manage client crisis situations when necessary. They assist on-duty counselors as required in direct support of program goals and objectives. CD Techs require self-confidence, professionalism and the ability to exercise individual discretion and judgment. They must manage competing demands on their time and adhere to program schedule and rules. This includes situations where a client may be under the influence of a controlled substance or struggling with mental health symptoms, the CD Tech will respond in a professional, therapeutic and positive manner. They must be able to react and respond to medical emergencies conveying a positive and professional image to clients, staff and visitors. CD Techs must be able to maintain client confidentiality in accordance with state and federal guidelines and HIPAA requirements.

Required

Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• Age 18 or older
• Current First Aid/CPR certification and Medication Administration certificate (for Residential only) obtained within 30 days of starting work
• Able to pass Minnesota DHS background study
• Ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds
• Physical Demands: Sitting for extended periods of time. Daily use of general office and/or residential facility equipment. Lifting (max 25 pounds), minimal reaching, bending and stooping. Ability to effectively navigate program and office environment such as ascending and descending steps, passing through doorways and entrances, and accessing program/office facilities.
• Proficiently understand, follow instructions, and communicate effectively in English. Able to effectively document services in writing formatted in English.

Preferred

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous experience in an addiction treatment facility or experience working in the substance use disorder and/or mental health field
• Competent computer skills and able to effectively enter information in various systems

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

NUWAY is an Equal Opportunity Employer