Chemical Dependency Aide [Per Diem]

Job Title: Per Diem Chemical Dependency Aide
Department: I/P SUD
Location: 20 Cottage Street; Potsdam, NY
Hours Per Week: Variable
Schedule: Variable

SUMMARY:
Unique opportunity to work in mental health and substance use disorder setting. Entry-level position. Assist the professional personnel by performing routine functions of patient care and support. Assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Charge Nurse. Adheres to the professional standards of NYS OASAS.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise patients, including coordination of activities, meals and ADL’s.
• Clerical functions and ordering.
• Transport urines, register patients, accompany patients to appointments.
• Documentation
• On-the-job orientation and in-services provided

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma/Equivalent.

PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES:

• Compassion, dedication, positive work ethic, and the ability to calmly perform autonomously or as part of an important team working to dispel the stigma affiliated with substance use disorder while assisting those in early recovery as they start the journey to sobriety.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: S - Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

PAY RANGE: $17.74 - $25.22