Residential Technician

• CLOSING DATE: ** Open Until Filled with Bi-Weekly reviews
• POSITION: ** Residential Technician (1 female positions)
• SALARY: **$20.00 - $23.70 per hour DOE
• REPORTS TO: **Administrator, Treatment Center
• LOCATION: **San Poil Treatment Center, Keller, Wa
• Basic Functions:** This is a non-exempt position. The Residential Technician is responsible for assisting clients with substance abuse and mental health disorders. Duties include assisting clients with daily schedules, leading clients in educational and recreational activities, and accompanying them to and from examinations and treatments. Supports the delivery of individual client care.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

**[Education and Training:]{.underline} **

• Requires a high school diploma/GED and at least 6 months relevant experience in the areas of addictions and mental health and/or willingness to learn necessary knowledge.
• Knowledge of private security function obtained through education or work experience; i.e. military, public safety or fire department a plus.
• **This position is identified as a safety sensitive position and is subject to pre-employment, post-accident, random, and reasonable suspicion drug testing.**
• **Must submit to and successfully clear fingerprint and criminal history record and maintain throughout employment.**
• **Must have no history of substance abuse of a period of two (2) years prior to time of employment and must refrain from the use of illicit substances or prescription medications not prescribed by a health care provider during the term of employment. **
• Must be Female, as this position works on the women's side of the residential area of the facility.
  
  

**[Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:]{.underline}**

Requires professional experience or personal background that demonstrates a firm understanding of Native American traditions and customs, and cultural awareness as they relate to effective treatment delivery. Professional attitude required.

Requires a high degree of organizational skill regarding independently managing workload and related responsibilities.

Requires knowledge of and commitment to adhere to confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Requires excellent oral and writing skills, and commitment strong documentation.

Requires an understanding of electronic health record systems and their appropriate use in a chemical dependency treatment setting, and/ or willingness to learn.

Must be proficient with all technology hardware, company systems and tools required to perform duties.

Requires the ability to communicate comfortably with clients, family members and significant others, and community resources and professionals about recovery-oriented topics.

Requires the ability to communicate effectively with the team and residents.

Requires the ability to be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Requires the ability to work under tense, demanding situations and responding appropriately and professionally in crisis situations.

Requires the ability to organize and prioritize work and manage time effectively.

Requires the ability to operate a computer and work with various computer software applications.

Requires ability to work independently and as a member of a healthcare team.

Requires the ability to maintain professional working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and other professionals.

Requires the ability to complete all required documentation in a professional and timely manner.

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