Medical Assistant, CNA, LVN, Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

First Steps Recovery is the Valley's leading substance abuse treatment provider for persons suffering from alcohol and/or substance use disorders. Our inpatient detox and residential treatment facilities located in the Clovis area and nearby foothills 20 miles East, provide a full continuum of care for those individuals searching for help with substance use disorders.

Primary Responsibilities will include:

• Working with a team of dedicated, focused and caring individuals to provide the highest possible quality of care for patients struggling with alcohol and substance abuse recovery
• Overseeing detoxification protocols and monitoring clients for symptoms of withdrawal associated with detoxification
• Overseeing patient self-administration of medication
• Following your scope of practice, code of conduct, and the ethics outlined within all applicable licensing and accrediting agencies
• Maintaining legal and ethical standards regarding confidentiality.
• Keeping patient charts updated, complete, and signed within electronic medical records
• Strictly follow protocols to provide infection control and a healthy living/work space
• Maintain a professional environment of care for clients and staff
• Participate in staff, treatment team and leadership team meetings as appropriate

Competencies:

• Medical training (CNA, MA, LVN, LPT, LPN) preferable but not required
• Ability to multi-task, delegate and accept delegation, manage client care, maintain facility standards and work within a team with singular focus, to change lives.
• Desire to assist those with chemical dependency in their recovery.

Qualifications:

• AA or equivalent degree in Medical Assistant, Nursing Assistant or equivalent
• Computer/web literacy
• Excellent communication skills
• Maintain valid auto insurance and driving record
• Must be willing to work with a wide variety of symptoms related to substance use and mental health disorders

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time