Aod Support Staff Iii Certified Mc - Bellflower, United States - Southern California Alcohol and Drug Programs, Inc.

Southern California Alcohol and Drug Programs, Inc.
Southern California Alcohol and Drug Programs, Inc.
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Bellflower, United States

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About Us:

SCADP
Southern California Alcohol and Drug Programs, Inc.

(SCADP) was established in 1972 in a grassroots effort by community volunteers seeking alternatives for individuals with substance use disorder (SUD).

SCADP is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization providing residential and outpatient substance abuse treatment.


JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE


The AOD Support Staff III, Certified - MC, provides services to beneficiaries participating in treatment while monitoring the program premises for safety and security.

As a Certified AOD Counselor provides education on recovery programs and individual and group counseling sessions, as well as crisis management.

Trains and oversees Registered Support Staff (Support Staff I and Support Staff II positions).

Must maintain AOD Credential.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • AOD COUNSELING:
  • Performs primary alcohol and drug counseling functions for clients including screening, assessment, and intake; collects specimen from clients for drug and alcohol screening in accord with organization Policy and Procedures
  • Collaborates with case manager and therapist to assist treatment and other plans; assists in required intervention; participates in group and educational sessions
  • Completes discharge and transition plans and completes required Electronic Health Records (EHR)
  • Monitors client self administration of prescribed medication, keeps required treatment records and shift reports
  • Trains and mentors Registered Support Staff (Support Staff I and Support Staff II AOD Registered
  • MC)
  • Fills in for assigned AOD Counselor as needed
  • Provides one on one mentoring, support, assistance, and advocacy to clients
  • Transports program participants in the company vehicle to offsite appointments, as needed
  • PROGRAM SECURITY:
  • PROGRAM ENTRANCE MONITORING: The front door to the facility is the only permitted entrance and exit for participants, partners, vendors, visitors or any other persons.
In collaboration with program specialist and other treatment staff, the Support Staff III will observe and maintain entrance and surrounding property to permit only authorized persons entry (as per program guidance), in order to guard against theft and maintain security of premises. Program monitor will review and ensure all beneficiaries leaving or returning to premises sign in and out according to program policy

  • BAG &

PERSON SCREENING:

Support Staff III search all participants' belongings being brought into the Program each time a participant enters, including their pockets, while monitoring for any signs of substance use or bringing contraband into the program.

This is a critical step in ensuring the safety and security of everyone. It is important to treat every participant with equal dignity and professionalism every time they are screened

  • Monitor premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of the program by walking the floor and monitoring surroundings when outside accompanying beneficiaries and making reports as needed
  • PROGRAM SAFETY:
  • While monitoring premises and assisting clients, observe Program premises to ensure safe operations; report and correct any spills, unsafe working conditions, or defective equipment.
  • Know location of fire exits, be prepared to assist participants in case of any emergency
  • Monitor clients and conduct room checks; maintain records of client compliance of program rules, report to clinical/case management staff, assist clinical/case management staff as required
  • Call Police or Fire Department in cases of emergency, such as fire, medical or psychiatric issues, or presence of unauthorized clients/persons
  • ASSET PROTECTION:
  • As a nonprofit agency, SCADP must utilize all limited resources effectively and protect from theft loss or damage to the Program's assets. Report all suspicious events to direct supervisor
  • Responsible to complete written reports and incidents logs of daily activities and irregularities, such as: unusual occurrences, equipment or property damage, theft, and presence of unauthorized persons
  • ACT AS A ROLE MODEL FOR PARTICIPANTS AT ALL TIMES:
  • Learn, understand and practice the professionalism expected
  • Put clients'/participants' needs first
  • CLIENT/PARTICIPANT SUPPORT:
  • Answer telephones and take messages for clients and staff, monitor doors and greet visitors.
  • Maintain office housekeeping; verifies all common areas, laundry areas and restrooms are clean and disinfected & fully operational
  • Monitor and records client selfadministration of medication in accordance with organization Policies and Procedures
  • As required by the Program, assist Program staff during provision of services to clients/participants, including meal preparation/serving, setup for classes, meetings, recreation, and other Program events
  • Inputs required data to computer systems and logs (EHR and other databases as required
  • Other duties that may arise to support the Program mission and
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