Mission Statement

Missions Inc. Programs provides a collaborative community and safe space where people are empowered to heal and transform their lives

Our vision is a world where every person realizes their worth and lives with dignity free from addiction and violence.

Our values are to:

• Affirm human worth
• Foster self-determination
• Value diversity
• Seek social justice

Job Summary

The Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Technician is the first line of support to all patients through an initial phone screening and preliminary client intake processes. As a collaborative multi-disciplinary team member, the SUD Technician supports the overall clinic operations and contributes to the welcoming and non-judgmental clinic climate. As directed by the Responsible Person (LPN/RN) on duty, the SUD Technician conducts regular client well-being checks, and vital signs, and coordinates food, coffee, and snack service for clients. 

Position Responsibilities 

• Be sensitive to the diverse backgrounds of patients and their families, and act in ways that project fairness and equality.
• Be sensitive to the mental health needs and stressors impacting patients and provide person-centered, patient support during their managed withdrawal.
• Facilitate clinical operations including phone screening, meal, and snack services, greeting patients, preliminary intake processes, and preparing high-quality and welcoming sleeping/healing spaces for all clients.
• Admit and discharge patients according to established procedures in an accurate and timely manner.
• Collect patient data and insurance information and record using the Electronic Health Records database.
• Orient patients to unit rules, procedures, and Client Rights.
• Observe and chart patient behaviors.
• Conduct routine checks of the facility and patients.
• Follow the directions of the nurse in carrying out nursing procedures and participate in programming as requested, including routine vital checks of patients.
• Attend all staff meetings, in-service trainings, and quarterly emergency procedure reviews.
• Actively participate in shift change reports.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in an addiction treatment facility or experience working in the substance use disorder and/or mental health field is a plus. We will train qualified candidates with no prior experience.
• Upon employment, successful completion of Judy Retterath Withdrawal Management Center training, including the ability to perform basic health assessment, first aid, client care functions, adolescent development, and special needs of seniors.
• Computer proficiency is required; including the ability to use e-mail, navigate the internet, and complete basic data entry in an electronic health record system.
• Ability to work well with people from diverse racial, cultural, social and economic backgrounds.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary range: starts at $17 to $21/hr abased on qualification and experience. Overtime eligible. We offer .40 cents differential pay for overnight shifts and .50 cents for weekend shifts.
• Benefits: health and dental insurance, 403b plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, ten paid holidays and generous PTO (paid time off).
• Shifts Available: Full time days or evenings and every other weekend
  M-F Evenings: 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm or Relief

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Missions Inc. Programs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees

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