Detox Recovery Assistant - Part Time - Paid
Summary
| Title: | Detox Recovery Assistant - Part Time - Paid |
|---|---|
| ID: | 2904 |
| Department: | Men's Adult Detoxification |
| Location: | Salt Lake City, Utah |
Description
Recovery Assistant - Adult Men's Detox
Schedule: Part Time
Pay: $17/hr (+$1/hr swing and grave shift differential available)
Volunteers of America, Utah builds a community-supported bridge that provides a path for those who are vulnerable to improve their lives and increase their self-reliance. You will get great experience and training to further a career in social work as a case manager, recovery assistant, advocate, or . Volunteers of America, Utah's Men's Adult Detoxification Center is a 24/7 social model detoxification program that focuses on creating a safe and trauma-informed environment where clients can manage their intoxication and withdrawal symptoms to prepare them for long term recovery. We are looking for people who understand and can maintain professional and ethical boundaries with clients while practicing compassion. You will:
Pay: $17/hr (+$1/hr swing and grave shift differential available)
Part Time Benefits
- 403b retirement plan with employer match (50% match up to 3%).
- Employee Assistance Program for all employees
- Employee Referral Program including cash bonuses and paid time off.
Volunteers of America, Utah builds a community-supported bridge that provides a path for those who are vulnerable to improve their lives and increase their self-reliance. You will get great experience and training to further a career in social work as a case manager, recovery assistant, advocate, or . Volunteers of America, Utah's Men's Adult Detoxification Center is a 24/7 social model detoxification program that focuses on creating a safe and trauma-informed environment where clients can manage their intoxication and withdrawal symptoms to prepare them for long term recovery. We are looking for people who understand and can maintain professional and ethical boundaries with clients while practicing compassion. You will:
- Conduct intake interviews with clients who are intoxicated or in withdrawal from substance use.
- Screen clients for admission; intake and orientation.
- Interact with clients who are in the detox process.
- Monitor clients to ensure safety and enforce facility rules.
- Complete record keeping and answer phones.
- Work with coworkers as a supportive team.
- Monitor and document client prescription medications.
- Take vital signs.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to be firm yet compassionate.
- Familiarity and knowledge of substance abuse strongly preferred, or a willingness to learn.
- Preferred, but not required: High School Diploma or GED.
- Ability to work efficiently and to switch tasks effectively.
- Basic computer skills - required for client data entry, timekeeping, and intake and admission duties.
- For shifts that require driving and client transport: must be at least 21 years of age, possess a current driver's license, and be insurable on agency liability policy.
- Must pass background check.
Submit your resume on the career page of our website: www.voaut.org/careers
Volunteers of America, Utah is committed to creating a diverse environment, where all people feel valued, have the opportunity to do their personal best and where leadership development is fostered. The organization is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, ethnicity, skin color, nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, mental and developmental abilities, physical ability or religious belief. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
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