Lifeline Connections
Location
Vancouver, Washington
Salary
$21 - $23 / HOUR
The Withdrawal Management Aide provides direct support and supervision to patients undergoing medical detoxification from substances. This role includes ensuring a safe environment, collaborating with medical staff, conducting admissions, and monitoring patient care.
A high school diploma is required, with a preference for knowledge in chemical physiology. Candidates must also have CPR/First Aid certification and a valid driver's license.
Lifeline Connections is a community-based behavioral health organization that specializes in providing confidential and compassionate care to individuals who experience substance use and/or mental health conditions.
Our Vision - As the premier provider of substance use and mental health services in the Pacific Northwest, we are respected and the most trusted resource for behavioral health treatment and whole-person care. We provide a comprehensive continuum of coordinated quality services, foster enduring relationships, and empower our communities to truly thrive.
Our Mission - Through superior customer service, high quality programs, and well-trained and dedicated staff, we inspire hope and support lifesaving changes for people affected by substance use and mental health conditions.
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Position Title: Withdrawal Management Aide Non-Exempt Position
Responsible to: WM Supervisor & Program Director
The WM Aide provides shift coverage and case management of clients residing in the sub-acute detox unit. This position provides direct support and supervision to patients undergoing medical detoxification from substances. This role ensures a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment while assisting medical staff in the monitoring of patient care. In providing these services, the incumbent performs the following duties:
16. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements: Of the position:
Incumbent is under the direct supervision of the Withdrawal Management Supervisor.
WM Aides must meet the requirements delineated in WAC 246-341, non-licensed staff and SUDP’s must complete a minimum of forty hours of documented training before assignment of patient care duties. The training must include: substance use dependency, HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis B education, TB prevention and control and Detox screening, admission, and signs of trauma. Additionally, must have current CPR and First Aid training and certification.
The scope of activity is to assess, detoxify and motivate chemically dependent persons to enter treatment. The incumbent facilitates problem resolution by means of insight development and appropriate confrontation. S/he utilizes a variety of community resources to address a wide range of complex problems.
Under supervision, the incumbent counsels’ clients who differ widely in age and socio-economic status and who may possess a variety of chronic and serious social, behavioral, physical, and psychological problems and who are intoxicated and experiencing withdrawal from chemicals.
Contacts are with members of the treatment team, clients, significant others of the clients, administrative, supervisory and clerical personnel, employers, representatives of various community agencies specializing in the treatment of substance use dependency, related community representatives including lawyers, parole officers, and other court officials. All personal contacts are carried out in accordance with federal and state statues, laws and regulations dealing with the confidentiality of alcohol and drug dependent client records.
While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, speak, hear and use hands and fingers to manipulate writing utensils and keys on a keyboard. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or move a maximum of 20 lbs. Occasional heavy lifting may be required.
Most working hours are spent indoors in offices or meeting rooms. Visits to community agencies and participation in staff retreats/staff development activities may be required.
$20.85 - 23.00/hr DOE
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To apply electronically for this position, please click "Apply Now" or visit our ADP career center. For more information on this and other positions, please visit our website at www.lifelineconnections.org [https://www.lifelineconnections.org/]
Lifeline Connections strives to be an employer of choice by offering regular and full-time employees a robust and highly competitive benefits package designed to support both personal and family well-being. Our comprehensive benefits include multiple options for medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
In addition, Lifeline Connections provides employer-paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance, along with access to supplemental coverage options. Full-time employees and eligible part-time employees may also enroll in our 401(k) retirement plan, helping support long-term financial wellness.
Beyond benefits coverage, Lifeline Connections is proud to offer generous paid time off. Both full-time and part-time employees earn PTO at competitive accrual rates that increase with years of service, allowing for meaningful time away from work. Employees also receive paid holidays and personal holidays, reinforcing our commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.
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