Treatment Support Technician 3 - Adolescent en Gateway Rehabilitation Center Corp HQ

Description

Gateway Rehab has an outstanding opportunity for a Treatment Support Technician 3 in our Center Township, PA location. Our technician facilitates programming and assures the integrity of the therapeutic milieu. This position receives frequent supervision and instruction.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates discussion groups and activities.
• Monitors patient behavior.
• Conducts handbook orientation.  
• Conducts searches of patient belongings, rooms and person.
• Acts as a liaison between clinical staff and patients.
• Assists patients in completion of patient assessment forms.
• Assists with phone calls to family members/friends and referral sources.
• Assists with crises intervention.
• Transports patients to meetings, if applicable. 
• Documents involvement with patients in progress notes.
• Collects urine and completes paperwork for drug screening as necessary.
• Provides post-discharge contacts/referrals under therapist direction. 
• Monitors medication taken by clients and documents accordingly, if applicable.
• Works in the gift shop, if applicable.
• Manages menu and nutrition needs if applicable.
• Manages donation and patient requests, if applicable to the location.
• Monitors smoke breaks in the hospital setting, if applicable.
• Completes intake paperwork as needed.
• Monitors clients’ ADLs - including chores, behaviors, and grooming issues.
• Remains on duty until relieved.
• Attends mandatory GRC trainings and in-services. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of 12 step programs and/or other recovery support and/or addictions preferred.
• Ability to adhere to ethical guidelines and maintain confidentiality and professionalism. 
• Ability to convey information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to listen to patients without judgement.
• Ability to show empathy and understanding to patients.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.  
• Two years previous experience in a mental health or drug and alcohol professional setting.

Preferred Requirements

• Some college preferred.
• Certification from the PCB

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record which allows the ability to drive patients to and from appointments, support groups, activities or other travel as assigned.
• Pass a PA Criminal History Record Check.
• Obtain PA or a State Child Abuse and FBI fingerprinting clearances. 
• Obtain CPR/First Aid training. 
• Pass Drug Screen
• TB Testing 
• This position requires mandatory staffing coverage when necessary to provide a safe treatment environment for Gateway residents.
• Required to remain awake and alert while on duty.
• If living a life of recovery, must attest to at least 18 months in recovery from substance use disorder.

Work Conditions

• Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
• Favorable working conditions.
• Minimal physical demand.
• Moderate mental demands to respond to patients' simultaneous requests.

Gateway Rehab is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V