Chemical Dependency Technician

We are seeking a Chemical Dependency Technician to join our team! You will be responsible for helping implement effective treatment plans to clients in an individual or group setting. 

Responsibilities:

• Assist and conduct intake, admission, and discharge procedures
• Maintain unit security and assist in basic crisis intervention
• Facilitate groups as assigned
• Orient new clients to unit and to the guidelines of the facility
• Perform timely room checks
• Perform hourly bed checks through night
• Maintain an accurate “Shift Log” documenting the day’s events
• Assist in client drug testing and documentation (collection of urine specimens and conducting breathalyzer tests)
• Monitor and document unusual client behavior and notify counselors of concerns
• Transport clients as needed on medical, dental, and recreational outings
• Account for all client charts on unit
• Pick up and distribute client paperwork
• Attend staffing for unit
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the problems of alcoholism/addiction, co-occurring disorders and their effect on the individual and their family; individual and group behavior; the impact on health, economic, and social issues; community resources available to persons experiencing alcohol/drug related problems; and the short- and long-term effects of alcohol/drug dependency.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• A valid Oklahoma driver’s license is required.
• Must be able to negotiate stairs and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Previous experience in counseling, social work, or other related fields
• Experience in conflict resolution
• Compassionate and caring demeanor
• Ability to build rapport with clients 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills