Substance Abuse Technician

Job Description

Now Hiring: Direct Support Technician

Location: Woodridge Interventions | 2221 64th St. | Woodridge, IL 60517

Wage: $17.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time 3pm - 11pm

Unit: Adult

 At Woodridge Interventions our job is helping the lives of others. We're looking for those who share our desire to provide the best quality care to our patients and lead the fight against the opioid epidemic, be part of MAKING A DIFFERENCE in our community!

Who We Are:

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.

Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.

Substance Abuse Technicians are responsible for:

• Monitoring, observing, and ensuring the safety and well-being of clients in a substance abuse treatment program
• Providing motivational and educational support and guidance to assist clients in meeting therapeutic goals
• Scheduling and coordinating client transportation and assisting with planning client recreational events
• Supporting treatment plans by reporting client observations and contributing to decisions concerning therapy, discipline and privileges
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalency required
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Minimum of 6 months of training or equivalent knowledge of substance abuse treatment theory and practice preferred
• Previous work experience with the program specific population in a residential or outpatient setting is preferred
• Must be able to respectfully interact with substance abuse clients and form a working therapeutic alliance
• Valid driver’s license in state of hire and good driving record required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk or move about facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with clients
• Ability to speak with others in order to exchange information and provide support
• Ability to proofread and check documents and files for accuracy on a regular basis
• Ability to respond to telephones and pages, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises
• Ability to drive an automobile or van and remain alert to traffic conditions, and to identify and comply with traffic signals and signs