Recovery Technician - Full-Time Days

Northpoint Recovery; Edmonds (WA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Leave

Employee Referral Bonuses

401K Retirement Plan & Employer Match

Job summary

A leading recovery center in Edmonds, WA is seeking a Recovery Technician to ensure the safety and wellbeing of patients. This full-time position requires proficiency in communication and patient interaction, alongside the ability to work within a multidisciplinary treatment team. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and have relevant experience. Competitive compensation is available, along with benefits including sick leave and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• 1+ year of relevant work experience required.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care.
• Participate in treatment planning and documentation.
• Ensure patient safety and wellbeing.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal relationships

Problem-solving

Organization

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Recovery Technician - Full-Time Days

Northpoint Recovery, Washington (Adult inpatient in Edmonds, WA)

Reports To: Recovery Technician Supervisor

Schedule: Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 6am-6:30pm

Compensation: $21-25/hour

POSITION SUMMARY

As a member of the Northpoint team, the Recovery Technician is responsible for attending to the safety and wellbeing of patients, and working with a multidisciplinary treatment team in accordance with policy and procedure, to provide the best possible patient care. This position plays an important role in the implementation of programming and care plans by providing direct and indirect patient care that complies with Northpoint policies and procedures for unlicensed staff. The Recovery Technician supports the structure of the milieu through appropriate resource allocation and supervision of patients and works in a variety of settings throughout the week, including onsite at the facility and other community activities.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors and communicate significant observations to clinical staff
• Follow reporting and communication guidelines when interacting with staff and patients
• Timely completion and accuracy of paperwork, including daily logs and forms
• Maintains daily schedules and structure, specifically around transport times, meal times, transition times, and other outside of normal programming hours
• Function as a member of the treatment team and provide patient observation rounds and consistent monitoring of patient’s activities and behaviors during scheduled shift
• Attend and actively promote recreational outings and activities with patients; encourage pro-social and coping skills
• Ensure the wellbeing of patients and provide a positive, supportive, and structured environment; proactively respond to patient needs to improve outcomes and the overall patient experience
• Ensure facility cleanliness and upkeep under direction of leadership
• Assist patients with their needs and collaborate with onsite clinical and medical staff as necessary
• Facilitate and assist with selected activity and education group sessions; document timely and accurately according to established policies and procedures
• Oversee and manage the safe and efficient transport of patients to and from our facilities
• Assist in orientation of new admissions
• Utilize therapeutic communication skills and maintain professional boundaries with patients and their families
• Be a role model for patients and create a positive culture with staff by emulating professional attitude, language, and communication
• Assist with treatment planning and discharge planning
• Document information regarding client care and behavior as required in established policies and procedures
• Utilize de-escalation skills when exposed to volatile clients in an effort to maintain personal safety while also ensuring safety for the clients, and other individuals in the program
• Assist counseling and administrative staff in responding to emergency situations
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with established policies and procedures and standards of care
• Adhere to all Company policies and procedures
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age
• 1+ year of relevant work experience
• Knowledge and skills in English usage, interpersonal relationships, and excellent communication skills
• Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Demonstrated ability to hold strong personal boundaries and ability to build rapport with patients
• Knowledge of surrounding geographic area to ensure effective and efficient routing
• Ability to organize and prioritize competing priorities and work time to balance demands
• Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• De-escalation techniques
• Excellent organizational abilities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Client service oriented (both internal and external)
• Creative and persistent problem solver
• Able to handle confidential material in a reliable manner
• Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of organization
• Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with PC and Microsoft Office Suite

PART-TIME BENEFITS INCLUDE

• Sick Leave
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• 401K Retirement Plan & Employer Match

Employees with potential access to protected health information must comply with all procedures and guidelines governed by HIPAA.

Northpoint is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is an At-Will employer. Employment may be terminated at any time by employee, or employer with or without notice.