Recovery Technician Infinity House
WELLSPRING INC WELLSPRING INC Bangor, ME Bangor, ME Part-time Full-time Per diem Part-time Full-time Per diem Estimated:
$27.
9K - $35.
3K a year Estimated:
$27.
9K - $35.
3K a year Wellspring's Infinity House is Hiring Recovery Technicians If you would like to work with adults recovering from addiction and substance use disorder this is a great opportunity.
Wellspring is seeking Recovery Technicians to work weekends and/or overnights in our Infinity House residential program for women with young children in Bangor.
Overnight shifts allow you to sleep! Wellspring offers great team support, generous benefits, and time off - and the chance to make a real difference for someone in recovery.
Learn more at www.
wellspringmaine.
com Recovery Technician HOURS:
Full-time, Regular Part-time, and Per Diem options available.
Schedule for this position will include some combination of Evening, Overnight, Weekend and Holiday shifts.
Overview:
Recovery Technicians positively influence clients in our recovery programs and make a real difference in their recovery journey.
The key component of this position is milieu management.
This encompasses seeing to the safety, security, and supervision of our clients within the milieu during overnights, weekends and on holidays.
Pro-social engagement with clients and positive role modeling are key components of this position.
Someone ingrained with a strong sense of responsibility and a deep empathy for those struggling with substance use disorder is a great fit for this position.
Qualifications:
Education:
Minimum of High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience:
Prior experience working in a residential setting preferred.
Previous experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Recovery Coach, Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) or Personal Support Specialist (PSS) are desirable.
A genuine desire to work in a service capacity to support individuals who are receiving residential treatment for Substance Use Disorder.
General Description:
Recovery Technicians (RT) are a key employee within Wellspring's Continuum of Care.
While work duties may vary slightly within specific programs, all RT staff should be able to work at any program with minimal extra-training.
Some sites need the RTs to assist with cooking and cleaning, or have a requirement for overnight staff member to stay awake.
All programs require RT's to have a friendly, supportive affect with all clients and to engage in conversation, and activities with the clients.
Depending on the program, RT's help clients in their recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders through role modeling, and empathetic trauma-informed support using motivational interviewing when appropriate.
This position is considered essential personnel to Wellspring's staffing plan and plays a vital role in the security, safety, and critical operations of our residential programs.
Employees are expected to be prepared with reliable transportation and caregiver coverage to report to regularly scheduled shifts including during inclement weather.
BASIC PURPOSE AND KEY ELEMENTS:
This position requires an unwavering commitment to safety and the ability to continuously assess and manage ongoing developments and concerns of client care.
Monitors the program during assigned shifts, assessing the safety needs of residents and implementing agency procedures in the event of a crisis or an emergency.
Acts as a positive role model, providing clients with guidance and support during non-treatment hours.
Monitors the distribution of medications in accordance with agency and Maine state regulations during non-treatment hours.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
May not include all of the duties assigned Coordinate the safety, security and supervision of the clients and the facility outside of treatment hours.
Implement agency safety policies in case of emergencies, such as medical or fire and contact the on call supervisor during emergencies in the absence of a counselor, or Program Director.
Interact with clients in a manner demonstrating democracy and emotional intelligence and assist with problem solving in daily living activities.
Answer the program business telephone according to federal and state confidentiality laws and program policies.
Protect client confidentiality at all times according to 42 CFR Part 2 and agency program policies within and outside the program.
Report to work promptly at assigned time.
Provide holiday, weekend, evening and overnight coverage as scheduled.
Attend and actively participate in supervision sessions.
Specific to Residential Programs Monitor the distribution of medications in accordance with established policies.
Record all rule infractions or any other pertinent information into the program log.
Pass on a verbal report and keys to the next counselor at change of shifts.
Filing records Medication audits Complete safety checklist and fire drills monthly Collect observed drug screens Transport clients to early morning appointments PERFORMANCE FACTORS:
After one month of orientation employee will have a basic understanding of substance abuse and/or co-occurring disorders.
(NADAC training completed and passed) After one month of orientation employee will have a basic understanding of what a trauma informed environment is and how they help ensure emotional safety for the clients.
(NAADAC training completed and passed) After one month of orientation employee should have a working knowledge of what Motivational Interviewing is and why it supports a trauma informed environment and, be actively practicing it with clients, other staff and their supervisor.
(need to identify intro training) Have a desire and ability to relate maturely and professionally with those recovering from substance abuse and/or co-occurring disorders.
Completed, or will complete, certification for CPR and Basic First Aid training by Wellspring or another recognized authority within 30 days of hire.
Completed, or will complete, 40 hours of orientation training as required by State Licensing and MaineCare before working independently.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
The classification of this position is considered non-exempt from the pay provisions of the Fair Labor and Standards Act.
This position is considered essential personnel to Wellspring's staffing plan and plays a vital role in the security, safety, and critical operations of our residential programs.
Employees are expected to be prepared with reliable transportation and caregiver coverage to report to regularly scheduled shifts including during inclement weather.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
$27.
9K - $35.
3K a year Estimated:
$27.
9K - $35.
3K a year Wellspring's Infinity House is Hiring Recovery Technicians If you would like to work with adults recovering from addiction and substance use disorder this is a great opportunity.
Wellspring is seeking Recovery Technicians to work weekends and/or overnights in our Infinity House residential program for women with young children in Bangor.
Overnight shifts allow you to sleep! Wellspring offers great team support, generous benefits, and time off - and the chance to make a real difference for someone in recovery.
Learn more at www.
wellspringmaine.
com Recovery Technician HOURS:
Full-time, Regular Part-time, and Per Diem options available.
Schedule for this position will include some combination of Evening, Overnight, Weekend and Holiday shifts.
Overview:
Recovery Technicians positively influence clients in our recovery programs and make a real difference in their recovery journey.
The key component of this position is milieu management.
This encompasses seeing to the safety, security, and supervision of our clients within the milieu during overnights, weekends and on holidays.
Pro-social engagement with clients and positive role modeling are key components of this position.
Someone ingrained with a strong sense of responsibility and a deep empathy for those struggling with substance use disorder is a great fit for this position.
Qualifications:
Education:
Minimum of High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience:
Prior experience working in a residential setting preferred.
Previous experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Recovery Coach, Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) or Personal Support Specialist (PSS) are desirable.
A genuine desire to work in a service capacity to support individuals who are receiving residential treatment for Substance Use Disorder.
General Description:
Recovery Technicians (RT) are a key employee within Wellspring's Continuum of Care.
While work duties may vary slightly within specific programs, all RT staff should be able to work at any program with minimal extra-training.
Some sites need the RTs to assist with cooking and cleaning, or have a requirement for overnight staff member to stay awake.
All programs require RT's to have a friendly, supportive affect with all clients and to engage in conversation, and activities with the clients.
Depending on the program, RT's help clients in their recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders through role modeling, and empathetic trauma-informed support using motivational interviewing when appropriate.
This position is considered essential personnel to Wellspring's staffing plan and plays a vital role in the security, safety, and critical operations of our residential programs.
Employees are expected to be prepared with reliable transportation and caregiver coverage to report to regularly scheduled shifts including during inclement weather.
BASIC PURPOSE AND KEY ELEMENTS:
This position requires an unwavering commitment to safety and the ability to continuously assess and manage ongoing developments and concerns of client care.
Monitors the program during assigned shifts, assessing the safety needs of residents and implementing agency procedures in the event of a crisis or an emergency.
Acts as a positive role model, providing clients with guidance and support during non-treatment hours.
Monitors the distribution of medications in accordance with agency and Maine state regulations during non-treatment hours.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
May not include all of the duties assigned Coordinate the safety, security and supervision of the clients and the facility outside of treatment hours.
Implement agency safety policies in case of emergencies, such as medical or fire and contact the on call supervisor during emergencies in the absence of a counselor, or Program Director.
Interact with clients in a manner demonstrating democracy and emotional intelligence and assist with problem solving in daily living activities.
Answer the program business telephone according to federal and state confidentiality laws and program policies.
Protect client confidentiality at all times according to 42 CFR Part 2 and agency program policies within and outside the program.
Report to work promptly at assigned time.
Provide holiday, weekend, evening and overnight coverage as scheduled.
Attend and actively participate in supervision sessions.
Specific to Residential Programs Monitor the distribution of medications in accordance with established policies.
Record all rule infractions or any other pertinent information into the program log.
Pass on a verbal report and keys to the next counselor at change of shifts.
Filing records Medication audits Complete safety checklist and fire drills monthly Collect observed drug screens Transport clients to early morning appointments PERFORMANCE FACTORS:
After one month of orientation employee will have a basic understanding of substance abuse and/or co-occurring disorders.
(NADAC training completed and passed) After one month of orientation employee will have a basic understanding of what a trauma informed environment is and how they help ensure emotional safety for the clients.
(NAADAC training completed and passed) After one month of orientation employee should have a working knowledge of what Motivational Interviewing is and why it supports a trauma informed environment and, be actively practicing it with clients, other staff and their supervisor.
(need to identify intro training) Have a desire and ability to relate maturely and professionally with those recovering from substance abuse and/or co-occurring disorders.
Completed, or will complete, certification for CPR and Basic First Aid training by Wellspring or another recognized authority within 30 days of hire.
Completed, or will complete, 40 hours of orientation training as required by State Licensing and MaineCare before working independently.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
The classification of this position is considered non-exempt from the pay provisions of the Fair Labor and Standards Act.
This position is considered essential personnel to Wellspring's staffing plan and plays a vital role in the security, safety, and critical operations of our residential programs.
Employees are expected to be prepared with reliable transportation and caregiver coverage to report to regularly scheduled shifts including during inclement weather.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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