PRN Adolescent Treatment Support Technician 1 - Overnight

Shelby American, Inc.; Aliquippa (Beaver County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Treatment Support Technician to join their Adolescent Program team. This role is essential in creating a safe and supportive environment for adolescents on their recovery journey. You'll engage with young individuals, facilitating discussions, monitoring behaviors, and assisting in crisis situations. Your empathetic approach and ability to communicate effectively will contribute to their healing and growth. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of adolescents and are ready to embrace a rewarding challenge, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; some college preferred.
• Knowledge of recovery support and adolescent behavior management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates discussion groups and monitors patient behavior.
• Assists with crisis intervention and documents patient interactions.
• Conducts searches and manages patient requests as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of 12 step programs

Ability to adhere to ethical guidelines

Ability to convey information clearly

Ability to listen without judgment

Ability to show empathy

Knowledge of adolescent behavior management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college preferred

Job description

Description

Do you have a passion for helping adolescents navigate their recovery journey?

Gateway Rehab Center (GRC) in Center Township, PA, is looking for a dedicated PRN Treatment Support Technician 1 to join our Adolescent Program team. This is your chance to play a hands-on role in creating a safe, supportive environment where young individuals can heal, grow, and thrive. This is an overnight shift.

If you’re ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of adolescents, we invite you to bring your energy, compassion, and commitment to our mission-driven team!

Responsibilities

1. Facilitates discussion groups and activities.
2. Monitors patient behavior.
3. Conducts handbook orientation.
4. Conducts searches of patient belongings, rooms, and person.
5. Acts as a liaison between clinical staff and patients.
6. Assists patients in completion of patient assessment forms.
7. Monitors patients' phone calls to families.
8. Assists with crisis intervention.
9. Documents involvement with patients in progress notes.
10. Collects urine and completes paperwork for drug screening as necessary.
11. Provides post-discharge contacts/referrals under therapist direction.
12. Monitors medication taken by clients and documents accordingly, if applicable.
13. Works in the gift shop, if applicable.
14. Manages menu and nutrition needs, if applicable.
15. Manages donation and patient requests, if applicable to the location.
16. Monitors smoke breaks in the hospital setting, if applicable.
17. Completes intake paperwork as needed.
18. Monitors clients’ ADLs - including chores, behaviors, and grooming issues.
19. Remains on duty until relieved.
20. Communicates information to the treatment team.
21. Monitors patient treatment assignments.
22. Other duties as assigned.
23. Attends mandatory GRC trainings and in-services.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Knowledge of 12 step programs and/or other recovery support and/or addictions preferred.
2. Ability to adhere to ethical guidelines and maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
3. Ability to convey information in a clear and concise manner.
4. Ability to listen to patients without judgment.
5. Ability to show empathy and understanding to patients.
6. Knowledge of adolescent behavior management and care preferred.

Requirements

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Requirements

1. Some college preferred.

Additional Requirements

1. PA Criminal Background Check.
2. PA Child Abuse and FBI Fingerprinting Clearances.
3. Pass Drug Screen.
4. TB Test.
5. Obtain CPR/First Aid training.
6. This position requires mandatory staffing coverage when necessary to provide a safe treatment environment for Gateway residents.
7. Required to remain awake and alert while on duty.
8. If living a life of recovery, must attest to at least 18 months in recovery from substance use disorder.

Work Conditions

1. Extended care facility treating those with substance use disorders.
2. Favorable working conditions.
3. Minimal physical demand.
4. Moderate mental demands to respond to patients' simultaneous requests.

GRC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V