Patient Care Specialist/AOD Tech/Mental Health Tech

Reports To: Director/ Assistant Director
Positions Supervised: None
FLSA Status: Non-exempt

JOB SUMMARY: The Patient Care Specialist (PCS) works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to implement and monitor treatment for individuals within the treatment center and also out in the community or residential treatment setting. This position involves participation and implementation of program goals consistent with preventative and integrative care, having objectives to promote a strengths-based, wellness-informed client-centered approach to assisting individuals in achieving addiction and mental health recovery goals.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must be at least 18 years of age. An individual must be able to perform the duties in a positive work mode and serve as a positive role model and influence for clients and peers. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must successfully pass a criminal background clearance or exemption if applicable.

Minimum Qualifications ·

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or GED. One (1) year experience working in a program serving persons with addiction and/or mental disabilities required. ·

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Required: Valid State Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements. Required: Valid First Aid/CPR certification (Can be completed after hire). Preferred: AOD certification/registration. ·

SCHEDULE: This position requires a willingness to work variable shifts, including AM (07:00am - 03:30pm), PM (03:00pm - 11:30pm), and NOC shifts (11:00pm - 07:30am). This position requires weekend and holiday shift coverage.

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person