Detox Technician

Description

About the Position: 

Mountainside is seeking a compassionate and dependable Detox Technician to join our team in Canaan, CT. In this role, you will help support clients throughout the detoxification process by monitoring their health, safety, and overall well-being while helping maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment. This is a great opportunity for someone with behavioral health or detox experience who enjoys working directly with clients and being part of a collaborative clinical team.

Schedule: 

Part-Time | 24 hours per week

This position follows a rotating two-week schedule:

Week 1: Monday 3pm-11pm, Tuesday 3pm-11pm, Wednesday 3pm-11pm

Week 2: Monday 3pm-11pm, Thursday 3pm-11pm, Friday 3pm-11pm

Your Role:

As a Detox Technician, you will:

• Monitor and document clients' vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and temperature
• Observe clients for changes in medical or psychological status and promptly communicate concerns to the nurse on duty
• Monitor and document client activity, behavior, and overall status, reporting concerns to the appropriate supervisor
• Conduct required client rounds and safety checks in accordance with Mountainside protocols
• Assist clients with activities of daily living as appropriate
• Perform waived testing and EKGs as needed
• Encourage clients to participate in groups, meetings, and program activities when medically appropriate
• Facilitate groups as needed
• Help maintain a clean, orderly, and safe detoxification unit
• Support the safety and security of clients, buildings, and grounds
• Maintain professional working relationships with community agencies
• Protect client confidentiality and medical information
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and accreditation requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a detoxification or behavioral health setting preferred
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and attentive in a fast-paced treatment environment
• Strong communication, observation, and documentation skills
• Compassionate and respectful approach to working with individuals receiving substance use disorder treatment

Compensation:

The base pay range for this position is $17.00 – $20.00 per hour. Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions. For this specific schedule, regularly scheduled shifts from 3:00 PM–11:00 PM are eligible for the $2.00/hour evening shift differential.

Benefits:

• Paid Sick Time
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Free meals while working on the Canaan campus

About Mountainside:

Mountainside Treatment Center is a dynamic, fast-paced and growing recovery facility that values innovation and an obsession with providing Best in Class service to our Clients. Founded in 1998, we are a leading behavioral healthcare provider dedicated to treating alcohol dependency and drug addiction. Accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF for its high standards of care, Mountainside seeks out passionate and talented individuals to join its staff. We believe that every employee, regardless of position, plays a vital role in our success.