Job Description

Medical Assistant/CNA, Drug and Alcohol Treatment
First Steps Recovery is the Valley's leading substance abuse treatment provider for persons suffering from alcohol and/or substance use disorders. Our inpatient detox and residential treatment facilities in the Clovis, and the foothills 20 miles East, we provide a full continuum of care for those individuals searching for help.

Primary Responsibilities will include:

Working with a team of dedicated, focused and caring individuals to provide the highest possible quality of care for patients struggling with alcohol and substance abuse recovery.
Overseeing detoxification protocols and monitoring clients for symptoms of withdrawal associated with detoxification.
Overseeing patient self-administration of medication.
Following your scope of practice, code of conduct, and the ethics outlined within all supervising agencies
Maintaining legal and ethical standards regarding confidentiality.
Keeping patient charts updated, complete, and signed within electronic medical records
Transportation of patients to groups, appointments, labs, etc.
Provide and direct housekeeping services to maintain clean and sanitary conditions throughout the facilities.
Occasionally prepare meals.
Participate in staff, treatment team and leadership team meetings as appropriate.

Competencies:

Associates level medical training (CNA, MA, etc.) preferable but not required
Ability to multi-task, delegate and accept delegation, manage client care, maintain facility standards and work within a team with singular focus, to change lives.
Desire to assist those with chemical dependency in their recovery.

Qualifications:

AA or equivalent degree in Medical Assistant, Nursing Assistant or equivalent
Computer literate
Excellent communication skills
Maintain valid auto insurance and driving record of 2 or fewer points with no DUI on record
Must be willing to work with a wide variety of symptoms related to chemical dependency and mental health
Minimum of one year of sobriety if in recovery, currently enrolled with supervising agency

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