Treatment Technician - Night Shift

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Addictive & Mental Disorders/Montana Chemical Dependency Center. The Montana Chemical Dependency Center is the only in-patient chemical dependency treatment center administered by the state. We service individuals 18 and older who have been diagnosed as having an addiction to drugs or alcohol or who suffer from both addiction and mental disorders. Responsibilities of the Treatment Technician include communicating with patients to understand needs and assists with activities of daily living. Records patients date such as behavioral observations, vital signs, systems etc. and gathers information for patients’ admissions and inputs into the system. Why Join DPHHS Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. TheState of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience. Qualifications for this Career Opportunity Knowledge of patient admission process. This process includes but limited to, establishing patient’s charts’, completing release of information, searching patient’s belongings. Can conduct patient orientation which includes a tour of the facility and guidelines. Ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, maintains them over time. Meet minimum qualifications: o High school diploma or the equivalent. o Two years of job-related experience working with people in a healthcare setting. o Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis. o Must have or willing to obtain prior to hire date a valid CPR/AED/FIRST AID certification card. How to Apply To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position. Resume References Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below. Title: Treatment Technician - Night Shift Location: Butte Requisition ID: 24142682