On-Call Subacute Technician

Description

Central City Concern is an innovative nonprofit agency providing comprehensive services to single adults and families in the Portland metro area who are impacted by homelessness, poverty and addictions. We hire people that are skilled and passionate to meet our mission to end homelessness through outcome-based strategies which support personal and community transformation.

Hooper Detox provides both 24 / 7 inpatient and outpatient withdrawal management and stabilization services for people seeking treatment for substance use disorders. Many of the staff at Hooper are in recovery themselves and have experienced the challenges that come with withdrawal and early stabilization. They serve as reminders that recovery is possible and often provide the first rays of hope for the long journey ahead.

This position provides support for the Nursing staff in caring for and monitoring of patients during the Subacute detoxification process. On Call employees must work at least two (2) shifts per month to remain active on payroll.

Schedule : Shifts can be offered from Sunday - Saturday at the following times : 6 : 45am-3 : 15pm, 2 : 45pm-11 : 15pm or 10 : 45pm-7 : 15am

Location : Hooper Detoxification Stabilization Center (1535 N Williams Ave. Portland, OR 97227)

Compensation : $22.71 / hr

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must read and write and have legible handwriting.
• Current CPR certification prior to start.
• Knowledge of computer skills.
• Preferred two years experience in the chemical dependency field.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• Preferred vital sign experience.
• Bilingual (Spanish, Russian) preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen, TB test and background check. This includes clearance by the DHS Background Check Unit.
• The OAR prohibits A&D program staff from having within the previous 3 years a DUI conviction or diversion, a felony conviction, or a conviction under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act.
• Ability to adhere to Central City Concern's drug-free workplace which encourages a safe, healthy and productive work environment and strictly complies with the Drug-Free Work Place Act of 1988. An employee shall not, in the workplace, unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use a controlled substance or alcohol.
• Must have the ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, pull and lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to climb stairs several times a day.
• Knowledge of and physical ability to restrain a combative patient or ability to be trained.
• Must adhere to agency's non-discrimination policies.
• Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and patients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, cultural backgrounds, life-styles and sexual orientations and treat each individual with respect and dignity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

DESCRIPTION OF OTHER DUTIES

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

This description is intended to provide a snapshot of the work performed and is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the position.

As an agency deeply rooted in recovery, part of our policy and commitment to a drug and alcohol-free workplace includes post-offer, pre-employment drug screens. Please note we follow Federal Guidelines regarding prohibited substances, even for those legal at the state level.

Central City Concern is a second chance employer and complies with applicable laws regarding consideration of criminal background for employment purposes. Government regulations, contractual requirements, or the duties of this job may require CCC to conduct a background check and take appropriate action to address prior criminal convictions.

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