Withdrawal Management Aide

About the role

Lifeline Connections is a community-based behavioral health organization that specializes in providing confidential and compassionate care to individuals who experience substance use and/or mental health conditions. Our Vision - As the premier provider of substance use and mental health services in the Pacific Northwest, we are respected and the most trusted resource for behavioral health treatment and whole-person care. We provide a comprehensive continuum of coordinated quality services, foster enduring relationships, and empower our communities to truly thrive. Our Mission - Through superior customer service, high quality programs, and well-trained and dedicated staff, we inspire hope and support lifesaving changes for people affected by substance use and mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provides shift coverage and case management of clients residing in the sub-acute detox unit.
• Supports medical staff in the monitoring of patient care.
• Completes admissions screening and intakes pursuant to Physician’s Standing Orders and Withdrawal Management Policies and Procedures.
• Develops treatment referrals and conducts discharge planning.
• Conducts routine checks including safety checks and observes and reports withdrawal symptoms and changes in behavior to medical staff.
• Safeguards the environment and implements agency policies and procedures.
• Maintains client’s vitals per Physician’s Standing Orders and completes charting requirements.
• Assists with coverage in other departments or units when staffing levels are low.
• Supports and implements agency policies and procedures.
• Monitors patients through the detoxification process to ensure safety and compliance with program rules.
• De-escalates conflicts and responds to crisis situations using approved interventions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledgeable about chemical physiology (completed drug physiology class at an accredited college or university).
• Working understanding of the detoxification process and the signs and symptoms that warrant transfer to a medically supervised detox center.
• Current CPR/1st Aid certification.
• Current unencumbered driver license and proof of current car insurance.
• Understand the forms, stages, and manifestations of addictive behavior.
• Able to write detailed progress notes.
• Able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Great attendance.
• Able to work well with others.

Supervisory Controls

Incumbent is under the direct supervision of the Withdrawal Management Supervisor.

Guidelines

• WM Aides must meet the requirements delineated in WAC 246-341, non-licensed staff and SUDP’s must complete a minimum of forty hours of documented training before assignment of patient care duties.
• The training must include: substance use dependency, HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis B education, TB prevention and control and Detox screening, admission, and signs of trauma.
• Must have current CPR and First Aid training and certification.

Complexity

Under supervision, the incumbent counsels clients who differ widely in age and socio-economic status and who may possess a variety of chronic and serious social, behavioral, physical, and psychological problems and who are intoxicated and experiencing withdrawal from chemicals.

Personal Contacts

• Treatment team members
• Significant others of the clients
• Administrative, supervisory, and clerical personnel
• Employers
• Representatives of various community agencies specializing in the treatment of substance use dependency
• Related community representatives including lawyers, parole officers, and other court officials

Physical Demands

• Sit, speak, hear, use hands and fingers to manipulate writing utensils and keys on a keyboard.
• Stand, walk, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or move a maximum of 20 lbs.
• Occasional heavy lifting may be required.

Working Environments

• Most working hours are spent indoors in offices or meeting rooms.
• Visits to community agencies and participation in staff retreats/staff development activities may be required.

Salary

$20.85 - 23.00/hr DOE

Application Process

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Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Access to supplemental coverage options.
• 401(k) retirement plan for full-time employees and eligible part-time employees.
• Generous paid time off including PTO, paid holidays, and personal holidays.