Health Service Technician
About River Edge Behavioral Health
Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and support as well as individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The full continuum of River Edge Behavioral Health services provides state-of-the-art treatment and support services for more than 13,000 children, youth, families, and adults annually, who experience mental illness, addiction, co-occurring disorders or developmental disabilities.
HST-Billingslea-Bibb (Part-time)
The Billingslea Recovery Residence is a long-term residential facility that provides a supportive alcohol and drug-free environment in a community setting. This service will enhance alternately funded detoxification services and are approximately six to twelve months in duration. This service is provided to adult males, age 21 to 65, with substance abuse issues residing in Bibb, Jones, Monroe, and Twiggs counties.
An integral part of the recovery residence is community living and acceptance of responsibility for day-to-day living with other consumers must attend the Substance Abuse Wellness and Recovery Program at River Edge Behavioral Health Center, which includes 6 months of aftercare. Continuation of a structured program affords the client the opportunity to reinforce skills, and disclose problems encountered during the transition into a society free from mood-altering substances.
Location/Schedule: Billingslea Residential Treatment Facility;
Part-time hours 12 pm-8 pm 2 to 4 days per week or less/Sometimes Weekends & Some Holidays
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provides basic oversight/care for consumers in a residential/24-hour supervised community-based program.
- Implements assigned portions of individualized treatment plans.
- Observes and document consumer behavior and conduct regular room checks throughout the shift.
- Observes self-administration of consumers' medication and observe/collect urine drug screen samples and alcohol screens.
Minimum Training & Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Any combination of training and experience that would enable the applicant to have acquired the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities in a direct patient care capacity.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Fully COVID Vaccinated.
- Experience in substance use and mental health.
- Due to the population served and program requirements, MALE applicants are preferred.
Additional Information:
- THE POSITION REQUIRES FLEXIBILITY IN WORK HOURS TO INCLUDE HOLIDAYS AND WEEKENDS.
All applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug screen.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted by the hiring managers. Applicants who are not selected will receive a notification via email.
We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment. Therefore, we require full vaccination of all employees. Getting the vaccine, frequently washing your hands, sanitizing common areas, and wearing your mask continue to be the most effective way to fight COVID-19.