Substance Use Disorder Technician

Centerstone Medical Group; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Health and safety training

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Springfield, MO seeks a dedicated individual for client supervision and medication administration. The role includes monitoring vital signs, ensuring patient safety, and facilitating therapeutic interventions. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and a high school diploma or equivalent, with relevant experience preferred. Opportunities for professional development and mandatory training will be provided, ensuring a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Effective communication of ideas both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read and interpret safety documents and manuals.
• Basic keyboarding skills and ability to enter notes in electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Admit, supervise, monitor, and discharge clients/patients.
• Obtain and record vital signs and medical symptoms.
• Facilitate group rehabilitative support and education.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Basic mathematical skills

Education

High School education or equivalent

Tools

Electronic medical record systems

Job description

* Admit, supervise, monitor, transfer, and discharge clients/patients.* Ensure monitoring of vital signs, signs and symptoms of withdrawal, and possess knowledge to determine need for escalation to medical intervention when critical symptoms present.* Obtain and record vital signs and relevant medical symptoms per policy and/or as indicated by medical personnel when applicable.* Oversee medication administration per policy and procedure and as permitted by appropriate training certifications/permissions.* Adhere to all medication policies and work with trained nursing staff to ensure all medication policies are followed whether self-administered by client/patient or staff-administered when appropriate training permits.* Maintains accurate records of client medications and documents the self-administration of medications by clients or staff administration of medications.* Monitors client self-administration of over the counter (OTC) medications, as well as the inventory and storage of OTC medications.* Properly documents client’s reported blood glucose level as indicated and maintains agency approved equipment per manufacturer’s guidelines.* Reports medication errors and/or medication discrepancies per agency policy and procedures.* Follows Medication Storage and Destruction Policy & Procedure.* Screen and monitor clients/patients for signs and symptoms of withdrawal to ensure that safety and recovery needs are being met (when applicable).* Facilitate client/patient supervision checks per policy and/or procedure or when indicated by a safety/precautions plan.* Assist clients/patients with personal care (e.g. grooming, bathing, dressing, etc.) when needed.* Admit, supervise, monitor, transfer, and discharge clients/patients.* Ensure monitoring of vital signs and possess knowledge to determine need for escalation to medical intervention when critical symptoms present.* Obtain and record vital signs and relevant medical symptoms per policy and/or as indicated by medical personnel when applicable.* Oversee medication administration per policy and procedure and as permitted by appropriate training certifications/permissions.* Adhere to all medication policies and work with trained nursing staff to ensure all medication policies are followed whether self-administered by client/patient or staff-administered when appropriate training permits.* Maintains accurate records of client medications and documents the self-administration of medications by clients or staff administration of medications.* Monitors client self-administration of over the counter (OTC) medications, as well as the inventory and storage of OTC medications.* Properly documents client’s reported blood glucose level as indicated and maintains agency approved equipment per manufacturer’s guidelines.* Reports medication errors and/or medication discrepancies per agency policy and procedures.* Follows Medication Storage and Destruction Policy & Procedure.* Note: Any self-administration of medication has to be with physician orders (whether OTC or prescribed medications).* Facilitate client/patient supervision checks per policy and/or procedure or when indicated by a safety/precautions plan.* Encourage clients/patients to adhere to program expectations and rules in a trauma informed manner and communicate concerning behaviors to the treatment team and supervisor as soon as possible. The supervisor and/or treatment team will assist with developing/implementing therapeutic interventions.* Participate as an active member of the treatment team by helping to identify client’s strengths, needs, abilities and preferences.* Document and/or report at shift change and/or in client/patient record any exceptional behavior and/or areas of concerns related to client’s behaviors/interactions.* Assist in admission/orientation process with regard to client rights and rules under the supervision of the assigned supervisor. This may include obtaining vital signs, safety search of client/patient and/or belongings and collecting any urine/lab specimens for testing.* Facilitate urine collection, testing, lab send-offs, and document in the client record following policy and procedures.* Operate telephone system, record incoming messages accurately, place telephone calls as necessary or directed practicing good customer service skills and respond to crisis calls as necessary communicating with supervisor and/or treatment team in a timely manner.* Assist, educate, and redirect clients/patients in performing daily activities as needed.* Monitor client activities and document client activities occurring on shifts that are relevant to client’s/patient’s progress or behavior, including bed check documentation during overnight shifts.* Ensure all clients/patients are accounted and present in scheduled activities.* Foster adaptive behavior in clients by encouraging positive social interaction and role-modeling a solution focused approached to issues of concern.* Ensure precaution protocols are adhered to and appropriate documentation occurs.* Assist in monitoring general health conditions of clients/patients facilitating communications with the supervisor or treatment team in a timely manner.* Prepare for and facilitate group rehabilitative support, education, recovery skills, or recreation groups as scheduled and assigned. NOTE: In some programs, this may be a core aspect of job duties.* Provide client/patient transportation as needed to and from appointments. NOTE: In some programs, this may be a core aspect of job duties.* Maintain a standard of behavior that is, at all times, consistent with Organization Code of Conduct and program philosophy.* Complete all mandatory trainings within the required time frame within State Regulatory/CARF Standards.* Attend staff meetings, treatment team meetings, training sessions, etc. as requested by supervisors.* Maintains a safe and clean environment by observing general rules of good housekeeping.* Reports maintenance problems, broken or malfunctioning equipment, other mechanical safety concerns following established reporting procedures.* Be knowledgeable and adhere to all program policies and procedures.* Demonstrate interest in long term and short term goals and objectives of the organization.* Other duties as assigned by Leadership.* Knowledge of confidentiality laws governing the treatment of substance use and mental health disorder treatment.* Capable of communicating ideas clearly and effectively both verbally and written to produce clear and concise reports.* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.* Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.* Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.* Ability to speak effectively with clients, Employees of organization, family members and other community contacts.* Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.* Basic key-boarding skills and navigate/enter notes within electronic medical record.* Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables within standardized situations.* Ability to establish rapport with client/patient population while maintaining appropriate boundaries.* High School education **OR** equivalent and two (2) years responsible employment* Experience in Human Services or related field preferred.* Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect and fingerprint check.* Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.* All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.* Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record and current auto insurance* First Aid certification within three (3)