Drug counselor Jobs in Columbus, GA

Drug and Alcohol Testing Technician

Part-Time Hours-  20-29 hour per week

Pay :   $15 Hourly

Required Education :   High School Diploma or GED

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Have a basic understanding of substance abuse and / or co-occurring disorders.
• Have a desire and ability to relate maturely and professionally with those facing substance use disorders in a trauma-informed manner.
• Be trained and demonstrate competency in agency drug testing protocols and procedures.

Preferred Skills :

General Description :

Under the supervision of the Chief Operations Officer, the Substance Use Screening Technician will provide drug testing for clients participating in the Pataula Treatment court.  The technician will follow all of the established protocols for drug testing, as detailed in the Pataula Policy and Procedures Manual.  The technician will ensure all documentation procedures are done in accordance with agency policies and procedures, ensuring appropriate chain of custody procedures for all samples taken, recorded,  tested and forwarded for further laboratory confirmation testing (as needed).

BASIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED :

PERFORMANCE FACTORS :

The Substance Use Screening Technician helps clients by conducting screenings in a thorough, professional, respectful, and empathetic trauma-informed manner.