Responsibilities

As an Addiction Technician, you will:

• Facilitate and support the recovery activities of patients.
• Coordinate the necessary administrative tasks related to patient care.
• Act as a representative of treatment staff and observe patient activity and unit functions.
• Maintain a visible presence on the unit.
• Circulate throughout building, and alert to fire and safety hazards.
• Driving responsibilities as needed 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High school or equivalent plus directly related experience
• Computer skills
• Minimum two year's freedom from chemical use problems
• Current CPR certification or obtain within 30 days of hire
• Insurance requires that individuals in this role have no major motor vehicle violations within the past 3 years.
• Insurance requires that individuals in this role have no capital violations within the last 5 years.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Twelve Steps with training in chemical dependency/mental health

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Overview

The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is the largest nonprofit addiction recovery organization in the United States. It is also one of the most mission-driven places you will find. The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation team is passionate about providing hope and ultimately healing. As a living, growing and evolving institution, the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is – at our core- a people-powered organization. Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is comprised of 1600 employees, seventeen treatment sites and produces $190 million dollars in annual revenue. This exemplary organization serves nearly 25,000 people annually and is committed to provide hope and healing for those experiencing addiction to alcohol and other drugs.

What makes this organization unique is its total ecosystem approach to prevention, education, research, advocacy and treatment. All of the parts of the organization work together to inform, develop and deliver evidence- based practices that help people reclaim their futures and restore their hope.

Being “a best place to work” is a strategic goal of Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation and it’s a goal that every employee plays an active role in helping to achieve. Our culture is a reflection of how encouraged and energized we each feel about contributing our ideas and performing to our greatest ability. Join us and do meaningful work.

We deeply value our employees. Working at Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation includes a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive Health, Dental and Vision Plans
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Paid time-off
• Tuition reimbursement

The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our colleagues is critical to our success as a force of healing and hope for individuals, families and communities affected by addiction to alcohol and other drugs; and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.