Chemical Dependency Aide (PRN, Nights)

120 Canton - Potsdam Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Chemical Dependency Aide in Potsdam, NY, working per diem on the inpatient addiction recovery unit. You will support professional staff by performing routine patient care and maintaining a safe, clean environment under supervision.

Responsibilities include supervising patients, handling clerical duties, transporting urine samples, registering patients, and documenting activities during orientation and in-services.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise patients, coordinating activities, meals and activities of daily living.
• Perform clerical functions and ordering tasks as needed.
• Transport urine samples, register patients, and accompany patients to appointments.
• Document and participate in on-the-job orientation and in-service trainings.

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Chemical Dependency Aide

Department: Inpatient Addiction Recovery Services

Location: 20 Cottage Street; Potsdam, NY

Hours Per Week: Per Diem

Schedule: Over Nights

SUMMARY

To assist the professional personnel by performing routine functions of patient care and support. Assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Charge Nurse. Adheres to the professional standards of NYS OASAS

RESPONSIBILITIES

• (50%) Supervise patients, including coordination of activities, meals and ADL’s.
• (25%) Clerical functions and ordering.
• (15%) Transport urines, register patients, accompany patients to appointments.
• (10%) Documentation - On-the-job orientation and in-services provided

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma/Equivalent.

UNION

1199 SEIU (CPH) Service, Maintenance & Clerical Note: Not all per diem roles are union eligible

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Drive - Clinical - Roles in this category require frequent driving combined with mobile clinical care across settings such as emergency response, mobile clinics, and home health environments. Staff must repeatedly enter and exit vehicles, occasionally lift and carry equipment weighing up to 100 lbs. or more, and perform care within patients’ homes or other confined, unpredictable, or uncontrolled environments. These positions demand strong fine and gross motor control, firm grasping, and heightened visual and auditory awareness to ensure safe and effective care delivery. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial due to rapid decision‑making, direct exposure to critical or sensitive situations, and independently managing patient care in the field or home setting. Environmental exposures may include traffic hazards, infectious agents, extreme temperatures, variable home conditions, and hazardous materials. Valid licensure, physical readiness, and flexibility for extended or on‑call schedules are typically required. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$18.46 - $26.24

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.