Detox CMA / Medication Aide - Full-Time 12-hour Night Shifts - 16-Bed, Home-style Facility

About Recovery Works NW

We are committed to non-judgmental, compassionate care for people navigating substance use and mental health challenges. If you are looking for a full-time overnight role where your work supports both patients and the nursing team in a meaningful way, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

In our program, patients are generally independent with personal care, so the position focuses primarily on obtaining and documenting vital signs, assisting with medication administration as directed by the nurse, light cleaning duties, and helping with patient discharges.

Why Apply

• Consistent full-time night schedule


• Small 16-bed setting with a more personal environment than larger facilities.


• Family-owned, community-based program 


• Approachable leadership


• Supportive team and good staffing support


• Meaningful work with patients in early recovery


• Opportunity to pick up additional shifts if desired

Schedule

• Sunday through Tuesday


• 7pm-730am

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting at $26/hour ($24/hour base pay + $2/hour weekday night differential & $3/hour weekend night differential)


• PTO (earned on an accrual basis with increases at one year and every 5 years thereafter)


• Sick Time (40 hours annually)


• Time and a Half Holiday Pay


• 401k and up to 3% match after 3 months of employment


• Up to $400 per year for approved CEUs


• All required licensure/certification costs for position paid for by the company


• We offer three medical insurance plan options, allowing employees to choose the coverage that best first their needs and budget


• Dental insurance 100% paid by the company (option to add family members which are paid for by the employee)


• Life insurance 100% paid for by the company


• HSA, Medical FSA, and Dependent Care FSA available


• Access to supplemental accident, critical illness, and additional life insurance coverage

What You’ll Do

• Obtain and document vital signs


• Assist with medication administration as directed by the nurse and document accurately


• Observe patients and report concerns or changes in condition to nursing staff


• Assist with patient discharges and related tasks


• Complete light cleaning duties and help maintain a safe, organized environment


• Support the nursing team with documentation and overnight unit flow


• Respond appropriately to urgent situations following established protocols


• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and accurate records

Minimum Requirements

• Current Certified Medical Assistant or Medication Aide certification


• Direct patient care experience required


• Detox, behavioral health, residential treatment, or similar experience preferred


• Strong communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills


• Ability to stay calm and professional in a fast-paced environment


• Respectful, compassionate, and non-judgmental approach to patient care


• Current BLS, or willingness to obtain via company-paid class within 6 weeks of hire

Position is contingent on passing an OHA Background check and successful completion of a urine analysis (UA) after accepting job offer

Recovery Works NW is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we participate in the federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program. As part of this program, you may be invited to complete a voluntary pre-screening survey during the application process.