Job Description

Detox Technician

InterCommunity, Inc. is a growing, progressive, non-profit community health center with almost 40 years of experience in the community.  We’ve been the grateful recipient over the past several years of numerous local and national awards for the innovative services we provide, and we were recently named a Hartford Courant/Fox CT Top Small Workplace Award winner for the SEVENTH consecutive year!

We are currently recruiting a DETOX TECHNICIAN for our Detox Unit to provide direct care to clients suffering with substance abuse issues. Job Responsibilities:

  • Perform admitting and charting tasks
  • Assist with bathing clients
  • Take client vital signs
  • Conduct urine testing
  • Assist clients with clothing, toiletries, and bedding
  • Distribute food and utensils in the Dining Room, monitor clients and assist in clean up after meals
  • Respond to emergencies on the unit as part of a team
  • Answer phones as needed
  • Transport clients as needed

Job Requirements

To be considered for this position, an applicant must meet the following requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • CNA certification
  • Interest in working with clients struggling with substance abuse issues, within the scope of a short-term detoxification program
  • Experience with individuals suffering with substance abuse or behavioral health issues
  • Experience with taking vital signs and basic skills in documenting in client charts
  • Knowledge of Universal Precautions, First Aid and CPR
  • Ability to shower or assist in bathing intoxicated clients

Strong candidates should also possess:

  • The ability to provide client-centered services
  • A belief that every individual in need deserves quality service and an opportunity for recovery
  • An adaptive/flexible work style
  • A commitment to personal growth and development as well as to organizational growth
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledge of the 12-Step Program
  • Current Driver’s license with a good driving record
  • Positive attitude, pleasant, cooperative, compassionate
  • Reliability
  • Ability to be assertive
  • Ability to remain calm, productive and focused under stressful conditions
  • Ability to maintain a professional demeanor with clients, families and fellow employees
  • Bilingual English/Spanish

How to Apply

Interested candidates may apply here

Location:
InterCommunity Hartford