Aurora Mental Health & Recovery
Addiction Technician or Specialist - Overnight (56129)
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery, Aurora, Colorado, United States, 80012
Overview
Addiction Technician or Specialist - Day & Overnight Shifts (56129) at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR). This role provides direct clinical care in the Detox Center, including intakes/discharges, documentation, counseling and case management, monitoring vital signs and withdrawal, and coordinating resources and transport. The Detox Center operates 24/7 in a 30-bed facility offering ASAM 3.2 (Social Model Detox) care. Base pay
$22.04/hr - $36.36/hr Shifts
Day, Sunday - Wednesday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Overnight, Wednesday - Saturday 9:00 pm - 7:00 am Shift differential
Day Weekend (Sat, Sun): $1.00/hour Swing Weekday (Mon-Thurs): $1.25/hour Swing Weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun): $1.75/hour Overnight Weekday (Mon-Thu): $2.50/hour Overnight Weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun): $3.50/hour Bilingual language differential pay
*rate depends on language requirements and fluency Requirements and qualifications
Current CPR/First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire Preferred: Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP) Preferred: Bilingual in Spanish and English Preferred: Valid Colorado Driver's License with appropriate driving record Technician Requirements:
High School diploma with Certified Addiction Technician (CAT) actively registered with Colorado Department of Regulatory Affairs (DORA) or Bachelor’s degree with plan to obtain CAT within 18 months of hire Entry level: zero to six months experience Specialist Requirements:
CAS (Certified Addiction Specialist) actively registered with DORA; six months’ work experience in behavioral health or equivalent Essential functions
Interact with clients who are actively intoxicated or experiencing withdrawal Provide guidance, safety, stability, and direction Identify emergency signals and respond appropriately Accurate, legal, timely documentation (admissions, discharges, inventories, screenings, and charting) Monitor and document vital signs and condition; data entry in Electronic Health Monitor/observe UA or BA tests and document results Maintain facility; ensure doors are secured Dispose of biohazard waste per OSHA standards Refer clients to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling Assist in transporting admitted clients to hospitals, aftercare, or approved services as directed by Shift Supervisor Complete care coordination tasks for assigned role Vaccinations and health requirements
All employees are required to receive an annual influenza vaccination and provide a negative TB test before the first day of work. Exemptions for medical or religious reasons can be requested. Benefits
Health insurance: Kaiser Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance Long-term disability coverage 403(b) retirement plan with immediate vesting and 4% match after one year Paid vacation, paid sick leave, 10 paid company holidays, and 2 floating holidays (pro-rata for part-time) Employee Assistance Program Voluntary term life insurance Short-term disability Eligibility: 30 hours/week or more Equal opportunity
AMHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. We commit to a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. Job details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Mental Health Care Note: This description reflects the original content while removing extraneous boilerplate and ensuring clean, accessible formatting.
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Addiction Technician or Specialist - Day & Overnight Shifts (56129) at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR). This role provides direct clinical care in the Detox Center, including intakes/discharges, documentation, counseling and case management, monitoring vital signs and withdrawal, and coordinating resources and transport. The Detox Center operates 24/7 in a 30-bed facility offering ASAM 3.2 (Social Model Detox) care. Base pay
$22.04/hr - $36.36/hr Shifts
Day, Sunday - Wednesday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Overnight, Wednesday - Saturday 9:00 pm - 7:00 am Shift differential
Day Weekend (Sat, Sun): $1.00/hour Swing Weekday (Mon-Thurs): $1.25/hour Swing Weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun): $1.75/hour Overnight Weekday (Mon-Thu): $2.50/hour Overnight Weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun): $3.50/hour Bilingual language differential pay
*rate depends on language requirements and fluency Requirements and qualifications
Current CPR/First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire Preferred: Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP) Preferred: Bilingual in Spanish and English Preferred: Valid Colorado Driver's License with appropriate driving record Technician Requirements:
High School diploma with Certified Addiction Technician (CAT) actively registered with Colorado Department of Regulatory Affairs (DORA) or Bachelor’s degree with plan to obtain CAT within 18 months of hire Entry level: zero to six months experience Specialist Requirements:
CAS (Certified Addiction Specialist) actively registered with DORA; six months’ work experience in behavioral health or equivalent Essential functions
Interact with clients who are actively intoxicated or experiencing withdrawal Provide guidance, safety, stability, and direction Identify emergency signals and respond appropriately Accurate, legal, timely documentation (admissions, discharges, inventories, screenings, and charting) Monitor and document vital signs and condition; data entry in Electronic Health Monitor/observe UA or BA tests and document results Maintain facility; ensure doors are secured Dispose of biohazard waste per OSHA standards Refer clients to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling Assist in transporting admitted clients to hospitals, aftercare, or approved services as directed by Shift Supervisor Complete care coordination tasks for assigned role Vaccinations and health requirements
All employees are required to receive an annual influenza vaccination and provide a negative TB test before the first day of work. Exemptions for medical or religious reasons can be requested. Benefits
Health insurance: Kaiser Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance Long-term disability coverage 403(b) retirement plan with immediate vesting and 4% match after one year Paid vacation, paid sick leave, 10 paid company holidays, and 2 floating holidays (pro-rata for part-time) Employee Assistance Program Voluntary term life insurance Short-term disability Eligibility: 30 hours/week or more Equal opportunity
AMHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. We commit to a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. Job details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Mental Health Care Note: This description reflects the original content while removing extraneous boilerplate and ensuring clean, accessible formatting.
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