Job Information
Meridian Behavioral Health Technician-On call in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota
Description
Position: On-call Technician
Location: Gateway Recovery Center-Detox, Inver Grove Heights
Shifts: 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift
Pay:
1st shift: $18/hr. (7:15am-3:30pm)
2nd shift: $18/hr. (3:15pm-11:30pm)
3rd shift: $20/hr. (11:15pm-7:30am)
This job is expected to complete the following functions. This is not an all-inclusive list. This job may be assigned other functions or tasks as business needs dictate. This is meant to be a general description of the most essential duties only.
Clinical Procedures
Follow Gateway Recovery Center’s screening and admission protocol.
Perform basic health screening procedures with all clients as directed by Registered Nurse.
Interview clients to obtain basic medical history and current health complaints.
Observe the guest's health status, particularly as it relates to detoxification and withdrawal.
Assist clients with basic activities of daily living and personal hygiene, as needed.
Orient clients to their rights per Minnesota Statute 148F.165, and staff responsibilities to clients per Minnesota Statutes 144.651 and 253B.03.
Assist in sanitation and disinfection of the facility.
Communicate on a regular and timely basis with other members of the clinical team.
Report any unsafe conditions or client concerns to the Executive Director.
Attend mandatory facility in-services and staff development activities as scheduled.
Assist in orientation of new employees and interns, if assigned.
Provide legible, written documentation of client notes/ progress in the EHR system and must be completed by program and DHS regulations.
Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience Requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age or older
Free from substance use problems for at least one year.
Possess a High School Diploma or GED.
Must have, or obtain the following (if requested)
A current first aid certificate from the American Red Cross or an equivalent organization.
A current CPR certificate from the American red Cross, the American Heart Association, a community organization, or an equivalent organization.
Knowledge of:
State and Federal law regarding confidentiality of alcohol and drug treatment records and HIV testing/status including 42 CFR, part 2.
First aid for seizures, trauma, and loss of consciousness
Client bill of rights in Minnesota Statutes 148F.165, and staff responsibilities in Minnesota Statutes 144.651 and 253B.03
Basic health screening procedures with intoxicated clients that consist of:a. blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration readingsb. interviewing to obtain relevant medical history and current health complaintsc. visual observation of a client's health status, including monitoring a client's behavior as it relates to health status
Supporting clients with basic activities of daily living and personal hygiene
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Business and office practice/procedures
Healthcare industry, especially substance abuse and mental health services
Technology proficiency with various software packages including EHR/EMR andkeyboarding skills
Continuous quality improvement
Skills:
Very detailed and organized
Related with public, peers, subordinates, and leadership staff
Critical thinking and problem solving
Strong customer service
Abilities to:
Work under general supervision as well as independently in the absence of specific instructions
Demonstrate initiative
Maintain confidentiality
Multi-task and work effectively under pressure in a high volume, fast paced environment
Demonstrate work flexibility
Follow all program personnel policies and procedures
Effectively represent the company with a professional attitude with communication and interactions with co-workers, clients, family members, visitors, community and referral sources.
Demonstrate trustworthy behavior
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with both clients and other staff in an ethically and legally appropriate manner
Maintain files where discretion is involved in assigning items to their proper places
Prioritize workload and work within deadlines
Communicate effectively in the English language, including verbal and written communication with both internal and external contacts
Exercise sound judgment, emotional intelligence, and good decision-making abilities
Interpret and apply standards, regulations, policies, and procedures relative to this position
Assemble information from various sources for records and reports, if required
Anticipate problems and solve prior to occurring, where possible
Adhere to professional boundaries
Adhere and support Gateway Recovery Center’s philosophy, goals, decision, and help meet objectives
We owe our success to the passion, commitment, and expertise of our staff. Our licensed and experienced staff takes the role of coach/teacher, providing support and encouragement from the heart. Come join us and see the difference you’ll make!
Meridian Behavioral Health provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
