Job Description

 

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides therapeutic supervision to patients after program hours and provides assistance to Medical Unit staff and counselors as delegated. Responsible for screening and referral services for detoxification services when assigned to that area. Assure adherence to state statutes and rules, CARF standards, and federal regulations including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2. Positively represents the organization and promotes Rimrock’s Mission to the community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide therapeutic supervision to assigned patients including rounds at the assigned residential sites to assure security and maintenance of program schedules.
• Report all incidents, unusual events and emergencies immediately to the Supervisor and nurse on duty, according to Rimrock’s policies and procedures.
• Assist patients with therapy and task assignments as needed.
• Assures that Behavioral Observation Forms are utilized appropriately to document patient care issues.
• Monitor all visitors and assure that no contraband is brought into the facility by visitors or patients.
• Administers drug screen protocol for patients.
• Provide Motivational Enhancement Therapy to detox patients, as assigned, or provide other educational lectures or activities when assigned.
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings and in-services.
• Follow guidelines under code of conduct section in employee handbook.
• Assist with food service and patient supervision in dining room.
• Monitor patient breaks.
• Complies with regular, predictable, and reliable attendance.
• Trains new employees after completion of RT II requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety-Related Duties

• Transport patients to outside activities in a safe and prudent manner observing all driving laws and Rimrock’s policies and maintain driving logs. Immediately report any mechanical problems to the Supervisor.
• Provide regular rounds to assure the security of facilities ensuring doors are locked and alarms set after hours.
• Assure all incident report forms are filled out according to Rimrock’s policies.
• Be familiar with emergency procedures.

EXPERINCE/EDUCATION/TRAINING: High school diploma or GED required. Knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to communicate and work with patients with addictions. Attend monthly departmental sessions and in-services. View non-violent crisis intervention tapes/videos and attend related training. Needs to attend 4 hours of CEU training annually.

CERTIFICATE OR LICENSE: A valid driver’s license required. CPR and First Aid training certification preferred. Must be insurable through agency insurance in order to operate a company vehicle (within three years no more than two violations and/or accidents, within five years no DUI, reckless or felony driving convictions).

SKILLS: Communication; ability to take direction and work adjunctively with therapeutic team; provide empathy and possess a knowledge and compassion of patients with addiction and implement positive reinforcement of patients. Computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft software including Word, Excel and Outlook.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is indoors in an office environment with moderate noise. Intermittent physical effort involving lifting of up to 25 pounds, walking and stooping is required. A typical workday involves walking, standing, reaching with hands and arms, and talking and hearing, approximately 70% of the time. Approximately 30% or less of the time is spent sitting. Normal vision abilities required, including close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/JOB LOCATIONS: Involves everyday risk or discomfort requiring normal safety precautions in an office setting, meeting room and patient care areas. Work may involve mental and emotional stress. Some driving required. Will work primarily in main facility, although may be required to work at another facility with adult or adolescent patients.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

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