NEW PATHS

Clinical Technician

We are looking for Clinical Technicians to work 2nd or 3rd shift. Our mission is one of providing individuals an opportunity to change their lives. We are committed to utilizing innovative, evidence-based pathways to assist individuals in achieving and sustaining a healthy quality of life. The vision of New Paths, Inc. is to be an effective and dynamic force in the treatment of behavioral health while recognizing the individuality of the person served.

Our Clinical Technicians are:

Reports to and Evaluated by: Clinical Support Supervisor

Job Summary: Clinical Technician is responsible for maintaining the schedule and flow of the day for clients. Assisting clients as needed. Communicating and documenting information regarding clients as appropriate.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Support and adhere to the NPI Code of Ethics, work rules, policies, plans and procedures to promote a safe and secure environment for the residents, visitors and employees of New Paths.
• Responsible for meeting with new clients, reviewing rules and expectations, daily schedules, medication protocols, taking vital signs according to protocols, and overall introduction to the unit.
• Responsible for providing a variety of structured and unstructured educational and supportive interventions to clients receiving services at New Paths.
• Responsible for implementation of the daily program schedule.
• Remain engaged with clients throughout the shift to promote personal growth and environmental safety.
• Assist clients with timely self-administration of prescribed medications according to policy and procedure.
• Document interventions and/or services thoroughly, accurately and timely according to policy and procedure.
• Perform client room checks as per protocol.
• Escort clients to and from all scheduled activities such as meals and smoke breaks.
• Verify and confirm accuracy of medications upon receipt to the floor.
• Verify narcotic counts with coworker at beginning and end of shift.
• During down time (clients are not on the unit):
  • Audit med sheets/folders for proper storage of medications.
  • Clean and organize work areas, client group areas.
• Communicate shift report both verbally and in writing to coworkers each and every shift.
• Participates in performance appraisal process by identifying professional learning needs and individual goals with supervisor.
• May assist in training other Clinical Technicians.
• Participate in staff meetings/team meetings/peer review as required.
• Participate in performance improvement efforts and other responsibilities as designated by the Clinical Support Supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Ability to interact professionally and respectfully with staff and clients.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Skill in communicating with a variety of people from varying backgrounds.
• Good written and verbal skills.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma.
• Two years' experience with substance use disorder and/or mental health client populations.
• Experience with electronic medical record software.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking.
• Must be able to climb stairs, bend, use hands/fingers for fine motor skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors.