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This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13164448

Essential Functions:

• Creates a safe client environment by performing all required security and safety procedures
• Assists in the client\'s orientation of treatment goals, program rules and structure
• Submits a written incident report in the event of unusual client behavior or activity while in DCCCA\'s care
• Assesses and resolves minor incidents during weekend and evening hours when daytime staff is unavailable
• Documents required program and client information in a timely and complete manner
• Monitors client\'s weekly schedule and adherence to policies and procedures related to facility/equipment usage
• Supports Counselors and other treatment providers with the coordination and implementation of client services from admission through discharge
• Supervises client performance, enforces program rules and applies the prescribed consequences for misbehavior
• Conducts and/or participates in client room searches as necessary
• Adheres to established protocol in crisis situations and notifies appropriate on-call staff members immediately
• Follows the program schedule and completes assigned tasks in a timely and complete manner
• Contributes to overall building security through routine monitoring
• Helps with client groups and facilitates client activities as requested which may include occasional transport
• Consults with members of the treatment team and other professionals as necessary and implements recommendations received to ensure quality client care
• Always develops and maintains professional relationships with all clients
• Enters data and assists with client billing process
• Monitors and documents clients\' self-administration of clients\' medication according to program policy and prescribed medical policy/procedure, conduct and document thorough and accurate medication count during each shift
• Job may require the employee to be able to regularly drive to various DCCCA locations and other business locations throughout the day including early morning or evening hours

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Requires overall computer knowledge and proficiency with the following:
  • Computerized data base programs
  • Spreadsheet programs
  • Word processing programs
• Requires the ability to efficiently operate office equipment such as:
  • Computerized e-mail systems
  • Calculators, copiers, fax machines
  • Telephones and voicemail systems
• Effective listening, oral, and written communication skills, including face-to-face, on-site, in person discussions. Exercises appropriate use of positive language.
• Regular and predictable on-site attendance.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft suite of products including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to efficiently operate other office equipment such as telephones, voicemail systems, copy and fax machines, and scanners.
• Adherence to DCCCA Values:
  • We provide education and services based on research and a dedicated commitment to improving lives.
  • We value the people and communities we serve by respecting their experiences and treating them with dignity and respect.
  • We encourage leadership at all levels by challenging existing conditions and finding innovative ways to grow and learn.
  • We deliver high quality services every day, holding ourselves accountable for our outcomes.

Physical Requirements:\ The physical demands described below are representative of what must be met to satisfy the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with disabilitie to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to:

• Stand, walk, sit, climb, or balance
• Talk, hear, taste, or smell
• Reach with hands and arms
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Move lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Work at a computer for extended periods of time, sitting or standing
• Operate successfully in an environment in which mentally and emotionally stressful topics may be discussed or trained, i.e. substance use disorder, mental health conditions, domestic abuse, etc.
• Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Travel:\ This position requires travel, which may include driving personal or company-owned vehicles. It may also include driving with other passengers in the vehicle, and/or driving as a passenger with other drivers. Note: Even with a valid driver\'s license, certain motor vehicle infractions may render individual\'s ineligible to drive company-owned or personal vehicles for company business. Such infractions may also disqualify emplo