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Reference Job Posting IRC38329

Job Title Sobering Center Technician

Organization Name Health Services

Job Summary: Job incumbent is responsible for assisting in direct client care in the Sobering Center in accordance with TCC policy and procedures. Under the supervision of the Sobering Center Manager, the Sobering Center Technician will assist in observation and support for clients who are intoxicated and incapacitated, but do not require a higher level of care.

Adhere to the TCC  Ch'eghwtsen' model of service and guiding principle which requires providing timely and effective service along with the ability to interact with others in a way that inspires trust and demonstrates respect, compassion and empathy.

Essential Functions: This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Representative Duties: Under the direct supervision of the Sobering Center Manager, job incumbent will:

1. Assist in receiving, monitoring and assessing intoxicated individuals admitted to the Sobering Center.

2. Assist in providing basic life support, first aid and related emergency services, as needed.

3. Provide daily sanitation and maintenance of Sobering Center facility.

4. Conduct interviewing; provide brief intervention and follow-up to sober individuals through the SBIRT process.

5. Assist in ordering and tracking supplies.

6. Assist with maintaining reports and data for Sobering Center daily activities.

7. Participate in Emergency Trauma and/or Emergency Medical Technician training, SBIRT screening, non-violent crisis intervention, and corporate required qualifications.

8. Conduct other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Other Responsibilities:

9. Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or GED required. College coursework/certificate/degree in relevant health field preferred.

2. Two years work history. Experience in providing customer or patient care preferred.

3. Familiarity with Alaska Native cultures and rural lifestyle.

4. Possess EMT I certification, or ETT certification with requirement to obtain EMT I certification within 6 months, or obtain EMT I certification within one year of hire, or obtain appropriate comity certification.

5. Must maintain strict client confidentiality.

6. Must pass background check pursuant to federal Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act requirements.

7. Must pass background check pursuant to Alaska DHSS and federal Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Must participate in corporate provided trainings for Crisis Intervention and De-escalation, CPR, First Aid and Emergency Medical Skills training for Sobering Center duties.

2. Knowledge and experience in the substance abuse field preferred. Ability to work well with individuals dealing with chronic alcoholism and related issues. Ability to appropriately respond to aggressive and violent client behaviors.

3. Able to administer client screening, assess results and apply appropriate interventions through the SBIRT protocol.

4. Must have a valid Alaska driver's license at time of hire.

5. Computer experience, using various Windows applications and database systems preferred.

6. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; calmly and professionally in a challenging environment.

7. Experience working with diverse cultural backgrounds.

8. Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.

Supervision: This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Physical Demands: Job incumbent needs dexterity for reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, turning and twisting. Requires frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds; occasional exertion of 10-25 pounds; occasional exertion of 50-100 pounds (example: to help lift or support a client). Job incumbent must be available to work outside of traditional work hours due to the 24 hour coverage program (hours worked may be day, night or weekends). Requires mostly sedentary work with prolonged use of computer. Must be able to work in a sometimes stressful environment.

Summation: Incumbent has daily program contact with Sobering Center clients, conducting intake, monitoring, screening and discharge duties.