Substance Use Screening Specialist Part-Time

Charlotte Behavioral Health Care; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Charlotte Behavioral Health Care in Punta Gorda, FL is seeking a part-time Substance Use Screening Specialist to perform observed urine drug screenings, coordinate lab services, and assist with daily clinic operations. The role works with individuals receiving mental health and substance use services in an outpatient setting.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, detail-oriented, and able to maintain professionalism and boundaries during sensitive interactions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of experience in behavioral health, substance use, or medical treatment setting preferred.
• Pass Level II Background clearance and pre-employment drug screening.
• Maintain ethical, professional conduct and appropriate boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Conduct observed urine drug screenings and document results in the EMR.
• Coordinate laboratory testing and communicate with on-site pharmacy as needed.
• Distribute Narcan and educate on its use.
• Support nursing and medication services with patient information and daily clinic operations.
• Provide respectful, confidential, and compassionate service in an outpatient setting.

Skills

Customer service

Stress management

Professional conduct

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Location: 1700 EDUCATION AVE - PUNTA GORDA, FL 33950Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $17.75 - $19.50Hourly Travel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: DayJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesSign-on Bonus: $500

Position Summary

The Substance Use Screening Specialist supports our outpatient clinical, court services, and medical teams by conducting observed urine drug screenings, documenting results, coordinating laboratory services, and assisting with daily clinic operations.

This position works directly with individuals receiving mental health and substance use services. The ideal candidate is compassionate, detail-oriented, comfortable observing urine drug screens, and able to maintain professionalism and appropriate boundaries during sensitive interactions. Performing observed collections is an essential function of this position.

What You'll Do

• Conduct observed urine drug screenings and accurately document results in the electronic medical record.
• Coordinate laboratory testing and communicate with the on-site pharmacy as needed.
• Distribute Narcan and provide education on its purpose and proper use.
• Support nursing and medication services with patient information, messages, and daily clinic operations.
• Provide respectful, confidential, and compassionate service in an outpatient environment.

Full-Time Benefits

Eligible employees may receive:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Employer-sponsored HSA contributions with a qualifying health plan.
• Paid time off.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 9% employer contribution for eligible employees.
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible degrees.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
• HRSA loan repayment eligibility for qualifying positions and employees.

Eligibility requirements apply.

QualificationsQualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of experience in behavioral health, substance use, or medical treatment setting preferred.
• Ability to pass a Level II Background clearance and pre-employment drug screening.
• Ability maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct, while adhering to agency policies and procedures.
• Ability to manage stressful situations while demonstrating excellent customer service, appropriate work demeanor, and appropriate boundaries.