Evening Therapeutic Technician Omaha, NE

The hours are 4pm to Midnight $15 an hour - Days off Thursday and Friday

 

This therapeutic Technician  will serve as a direct care staff for our residential substance abuse treatment facility that serves adult women. This position provides supervision and support to residents as a part of the 24 hour direct care staff.  The tech will be part of the team that provides oversight for the women during nontraditional business hours.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides supervision and support for program participants as a part of residential program staffing for 24 hour per day, 7 day per week schedule.
• Documents client activity, progress and needs per established record keeping procedures.
• Participates in monthly staff meetings to obtain information, provide information, and assist with service planning.
• Provides support services for program participants under the direction of therapeutic staff.
• Operate basic office equipment as needed to meet facility needs.
• Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of facility, including monitoring program participants’ activities.
• Orients clients to facility rules and addresses client non-compliance as necessary to create a safe and secure environment for other residents.
• Works as a team member with other program staff to provide direct care to clients.
• Observes program participants during medication time, documenting compliance/noncompliance.
• Exhibit good verbal/written communication skills
• Remains knowledgeable of support group services that provide support services for persons with substance abuse problems and their families.
• Answer or direct incoming referrals with appropriate information.
• Develops supportive relationship with clients.
• Displays a courteous and caring attitude at all times to the clientele, volunteers, and visitors of the Agency.
• Cooperates and collaborates with program area staff, volunteers, and other Agency staff.
• Is dependable and punctual regarding scheduling and attendance.
• Abides by all specific program and Agency procedures, policies, and requirements.
• Develops personal and program related skills through participation in internal and external training opportunities including printed material and audio and/or visual media. This will include but is not limited to recognition of co-occuring conditions.
• Performs other program related duties as assigned.

Summary: The Evening Therapeutic Technician will serve as a direct care staff for a residential substance abuse treatment facility in Omaha, NE. This position provides supervision and support to residents during nontraditional business hours. Responsibilities include providing supervision and support to program participants, documenting client activity, participating in staff meetings, and maintaining the facility. The ideal candidate will have good communication skills, be knowledgeable about support services for substance abuse, and develop supportive relationships with clients. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to make a difference in the lives of others while gaining valuable experience in the field of substance abuse treatment. #EveningTherapeuticTechnician #DirectCareStaff #SubstanceAbuseTreatment #ResidentialFacility #OmahaNE #SupportServices #NontraditionalHours