Substance Use Disorder Technician-MAPs

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. in Sarasota, FL is seeking an entry-level SUD Tech to support patient services in a nonprofit behavioral health setting. The role covers documentation, admissions processing, phone and fax duties, insurance eligibility verification, and basic clinical support.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and willingness to undergo background and drug screening; strong attention to detail and ability to type 40 wpm are beneficial.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience in behavioral health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Commitment to workplace of dignity and respect.
• Compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines.
• Ability to work with others cooperatively in a spirit of teamwork.
• Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of attendance policies.
• Take direction from managers in a respectful and collaborative manner.

Skills

Teamwork

Written communication

Typing (40 wpm)

Windows proficiency

Education

High School Diploma / GED

1 year behavioral health experience (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: MAPS Sarasota - Sarasota, FL 34231

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $16.97 - $17.48 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Entry level client serving position for individuals with limited counseling skills and/or experience. SUD Techs are responsible for the office duties outlined but not limited to documentation, processing new patient admissions, answering phones and faxes, verifying insurance/grant eligibility and checking in patients. May be responsible for facilitating food and drink sales, reviewing financial documents with patients, accepting payments and bank deposits, and administering drug screens.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Commitment to workplace of dignity and respect
• Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines
• Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork
• Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company's attendance policies
• Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma / GED required
• One year of experience working in the field of behavioral health preferred

Special Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Must pass level II background and drug screen.
• Must maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, Inc. policies

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Ability to write accurately and legibly
• Moderate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Windows-based computers
• Ability to accurately type at least 40 words per minute.
• Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, stoop and reach
• Ability to sit in meetings for extended periods of time
• Ability to move throughout program facilities both indoors and outdoors
• Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds
• Good hearing and vision

Environmental Conditions

• Treatment program / hospital environment
• Exposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitation
• Possible exposure to clients with communicable diseases

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.

Florida's Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse helps ensure that caregivers, health workers, and educators meet Level 2 background screening standards before they can work with children, seniors, or other vulnerable groups. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.