AOD Support Staff II Registered MC Swing Shift

About Us Southern California Alcohol and Drug Program Southern California Alcohol and Drug Programs Inc SCADP was established in 1972 in a grassroots effort by community members seeking alternatives to prison for individuals with substance use disorder SUD SCADP is now a 501c3 non profit organization providing residential treatment services and outpatient counseling services to individuals throughout Los Angeles as well as housing and supportive services for survivors of domestic violence SCADP now offers services with a continuum of care to underserved and disadvantaged populations throughout the Los Angeles area

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SCADP offers competitive medical dental vision and retirement benefits

In training to be an AOD counselor the AOD Support Staff II Registered MC provides services to beneficiaries participating in treatment while monitoring the program premises for safety and security The AOD Support Staff II participates in group counseling sessions and crisis management has completed the education required to achieve certification and is accumulating the work hours required Monitors clients self administration of prescribed medication has knowledge of withdrawal symptoms and the ability to assist or call for required aid in crisis situations under supervision of a certified AOD Counselor or licensed therapist Meets annual registration renewal requirements and submits annual renewal of Registration until Certification is earned

AOD COUNSELING Under guidance and supervision of a Certified AOD Counselor the AOD Support Staff II learns alcohol and drug counseling functions including screening assessment and intake; collects specimen from clients for drug and alcohol screening in accord with organization Policy and Procedures Collaborates with case manager and therapist to assist treatment and other plans; assists in required intervention; participates in group and educational sessions Completes discharge and transition plans and completes required Electronic Health Records EHR Monitors client self administration of prescribed medication keeps required treatment records and shift reports Transports program participants in the company vehicle to offsite appointments as needed

PROGRAM ENTRANCE MONITORING The front door to the facility is the only permitted entrance and exit for participants employees partners vendors visitors or any other persons Monitor entrance to permit only authorized persons entry as per program guidance in order to guard against theft and maintain security of premises Record participant entry and exit as required by program rules

Monitors search all participants belongings being brought into the Program each time a participant enters including their pockets while monitoring for any signs of substance use or bringing contraband into the program This is a critical step in ensuring the safety and security of everyone It is important to treat every participant with equal dignity and professionalism every time they are screened Monitor premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of the program by walking the floor and monitoring surroundings when outside accompanying beneficiaries and making reports as needed

While monitoring premises and assisting clients observe Program premises to ensure safe operations; report and correct any spills unsafe working conditions or defective equipment Know location of fire exits be prepared to assist participants in case of any emergency Monitor clients and conduct room checks; maintain records of client compliance of program rules report to clinical case management staff assist clinical case management staff as required Call Police or Fire Department in cases of emergency such as fire medical or psychiatric issues or presence of unauthorized clients persons

As a non profit agency VOALA must utilize all limited resources effectively and protect from theft loss or damage to the Programs assets Report all suspicious events to direct supervisor Responsible to complete written reports and incidents logs of daily activities and irregularities such as unusual occurrences equipment or property damage theft and presence of unauthorized persons

Learn understand and practice the professionalism expected Put participants needs first

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