Working Title: Chemical Depend Program AsstJob Class: Chemical Dependency Program AssistantAgency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 80461
Location : Anoka
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Part-Time/Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 09/24/2024
Closing Date : 10/28/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS Anoka Metro Trt Ctr AFSCME
Division/Unit : Mental Health&SubsAbuseTrtSvcs / CARE Anoka Pgm Couns
Work Shift/Work Hours : Rotating Shift OR Evening Shift
Days of Work : varies
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $23.76 - $30.43 / hourly
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME
Work Area : CARE Anoka
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.The work you'll do is more than just a job.At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.Candidates may be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $2,500!This post will be used to fill a Part-Time, Rotating Shift vacancy and a Full-Time, Evening Shift vacancyCommunity Addiction Recovery Enterprise (CARE) in Anoka, MN is seeking talented, mission driven, person-centered Chemical Dependency Program Assistants to join our team and make a difference in the lives of others. CARE specializes in providing residential treatment services for adults with substance use and co-occurring disorders. All services are person-centered, building on the individual's interests and capacity for growth, leading to a lifelong process of recovery. Don't miss this excellent opportunity to be part of a great team!The Chemical Dependency Program Assistant supports the day-to-day activities of the Community Addiction Recovery Enterprise (CARE) program. Collaboration with families of individuals supported, county case managers, community providers/team members, and the CARE multidisciplinary treatment team is an ongoing aspect of this role.Job Responsibilities:
Provide orientation to clients upon admission.
Monitor/supervise clients; support and assist clients with personal hygiene needs, serve meals/snacks, provision of recreational activities with clients to support healthy leisure time skills.
Implement and provide instruction on a variety of programming to aid in the development of the client's growth and recovery.
Document and verbally report pertinent client information.
Administer and document medications, treatments and other therapies following the clients Individual Treatment Plan and applicable Policies and Procedures.
Transport clients as assigned.
Assure a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment and ongoing reinforcement of healthy engagement in group and individual treatment activities.
Minimum QualificationsTo qualify, applicants must have all of the following:
Knowledge of substance use treatment programs sufficient to orient clients and explain program objectives.
Knowledge of substance use treatment processes and group dynamics sufficient to read and assist with the implementation of individual treatment plans and facilitate group discussions.
Ability to lead recreational activities for clients.
English language skills sufficient to read and understand instructions, prescriptions, orders, program plans and policies and to write/document client information for interpretation by other treatment team staff.
Additional RequirementsTo facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.