Health Service Technician

Health Service Technician - LifeSpring Residential Treatment Program

About River Edge Behavioral Health:

River Edge fosters an inclusive atmosphere for all employees that values their unique abilities, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that our differences allow us to be a better team, one that makes better decisions, promotes innovation, and produces greater business results. The full continuum of River Edge Behavioral Health services provides state-of-the-art treatment and support services for children, youth, families, and adults annually, who experience mental illness, addiction, co-occurring disorders, or developmental disabilities.

LifeSPRING of River Edge is a nationally recognized and evidence-based residential and outpatient treatment program for women seeking recovery from substance use disorder. LifeSPRING welcomes mothers, pregnant women, and women primarily of childbearing age.

LifeSPRING aids women in achieving self-sufficiency in a supportive, substance-free setting especially designed to address the unique needs of women. We offer outpatient, intensive outpatient, and residential services to include individual, family, and group sessions as well as community support, vocational services, and parenting skills development.

Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor, the Health Service Technician will:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide basic client assistance and supervision.
• Work with clients to develop daily living skills.
• Provide transportation.
• Supervise self-administration of medication.
• Complete shift-related documentation.
• Enforce program structure and encourage.
• Reinforce recovery expectations/principles. 

Schedule:

• The shift for this position is 3pm-11pm with the following schedule.
• Week 1 - Monday-Thursday & Saturday - Sunday.
• week 2 - Tuesday-Friday - (Saturday - Sunday - off).

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED is required and two years of experience in the field of substance abuse.
• A Certified Nursing Assistant is preferred. 
• A valid Georgia Driver's License and good driving record are required.

Additional Information:

The Application Process:

• All qualified applicants will be considered.
• This position is subject to close once a satisfactory candidate pool has been identified.
• The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview.
• Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email.

Safe Working Environment:

We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment. Therefore, we recommend full vaccination of all employees. Getting the vaccine, frequently washing your hands, sanitizing common areas, and wearing your mask continues to be the most effective way to fight.

Diversity and Inclusion:

River Edge Behavioral Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetic make-up, disability, age, or veteran status.

Drug-Free Workplace:

River Edge Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace with a longstanding commitment to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, all applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug screen.

At Will Workplace:

Employment with River Edge Behavioral Health is at will. At-will means your employment relationship with River Edge Behavioral Health or Affordable Business Solution is for an indefinite period and is subject to termination by you or River Edge Behavioral Health, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.

River Edge Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: River Edge Behavioral Health recruits qualified candidates for positions in its service area. It is the policy of River Edge Behavioral Health provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.