Addiction Recovery Specialist, PRN

Addiction Recovery Specialist - Recovery and Wellness

Bring your passion to Texas Health So We Are Better + Together!

Work location: Addiction Recovery Center, 240 North Miller Road Mansfield, TX 76063

Work hours: PRN; day/night and weekend availability required. Shift 6:45 - 7:15

Department highlights:

• Flexible schedules

• Creative therapies providing personal expression and multidisciplinary treatment

• A collaborative team approach

Here's What You Need

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• One year of experience in substance abuse treatment or as a Patient Care Technician required; or a high school diploma or equivalent with CNA certification; or an associate degree in mental health or a related healthcare field required.

• One year of experience in substance abuse and/or addiction services is preferred

• BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification required prior to providing independent patient care and must be maintained quarterly.

• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification required within 30 days of hire.

• AHA First Aid Certification required within 90 days of hire and must be maintained.

What You Will Do

• Therapeutic communication is key when interacting with patients, collaborating with the Wellness and Recovery care team, and working effectively with nursing staff, all while exemplifying active listening and non-verbal communication elements.

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Behavioral Health Therapis

• Benefits include 401k, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Programs, as well as other benefits.

• Delivery of high-quality patient care

• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).

• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

If you're ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let's show the world how we're even better together!

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