Unit Technician

Job Duties

Job Title: Unit Technician

Job Classification: Non-Exempt

Supervisor: Detox Program Supervisor

Location: Virginia, MN

Status: Full-time

Shifts: All shifts – days, afternoons, evenings

Pay Band/Wage Range: $18.00 - $25.40 (Pay band 1) BOE

Benefits: Including but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Life, 401k, PTO, MNPMFL

About Our Workplace:

Range Mental Health Center is proud to be a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). The goals of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics program in MN are to 1) increase access to community-based mental health and substance use disorder services (particularly to under-served communities), 2) advance integration of behavioral health with physical health care, and 3) improve utilization of evidence-based practices on a more consistent basis.

As part of our commitment to supporting employees in their professional development, we offer 100% employer provided clinical supervision at no cost to staff in therapy positions or any role requiring clinical licensure. This includes weekly supervision in accordance with all licensing board requirements. Our structure also includes weekly multidisciplinary team meetings and monthly staff meetings. This reflects our broader philosophy of integrated treatment coordination and robust clinical support. Join a team where collaboration, professional development, and integrated care are built into the way we work, every single week.

Job Summary:

The Unit Technician provides direct service to ensure safety and comfort for clients within our inpatient substance use disorders programs, as well as administrative tasks to ensure effective, therapeutic and compliant program operations.

Essential Functions:

Answer the phones and relay calls and messages to the appropriate person

Assist with the admit and discharge of the people we serve including orientation of new admits

Perform the necessary physical plant maintenance which includes (but is not limited to) the cleaning of hallways, rooms, lounges, utility rooms, showers, bathrooms, and making of beds

Administer medications

Complete clinical documentation in the electronic health record (CREDIBLE)

Complete admission / discharge DAANES data collection and data entry

Transport the people we serve to and from activities, appointments, court appearances, etc

Facilitate program activities and groups as assigned

Assist the nurse in providing hygiene care for the people we serve

Wash clothes for the people we serve as needed

Pick up meals on weekends and when the kitchen is closed from Edgewood Vista

Monitor clients and regularly walk through the unit; provide necessary direction or appropriate intervention to maintain a safe and compliant environment

Assist clients with homework as assigned by counseling staff

Perform room searches and confiscate contraband or unapproved items

Assist the Charge Nurse in performing drug screens

Search luggage, bags, clothing, and packages; document belongings; confiscate contraband and report it to the appropriate authorities if necessary

Check in and monitor visitors; search visitor clothing and deny entry of inappropriate or unapproved items

Follow the list of assigned job duties list for the shift being worked

Take direction for assigned tasks from Charge Nurse and Supervisors.

Attend staff meetings and trainings as assigned.

Follow all regulatory and statutory guidelines and requirements, and all RMHC policies and procedures

Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

Assertiveness is sufficient to complete positions essential functions.

Ability to attend to non-verbal cues

Ability to organize and prioritize tasks with sufficient flexibility to meet demands in a fluid and changing environment

Ability to maintain confidentiality of interaction with the people we serve in the treatment setting and other relevant confidential information

Ability to handle sensitive situations in a calm, respectful manner

Ability to operate accurately a computer, keyboard, and mouse

Ability to handle significant daily stress

Ability to effectively both verbally and in writing

Ability to read, write, and speak the English language

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years of age

High School Diploma or equivalency preferred

A philosophical approach consistent with Range Mental Health Center’s mission

Pass a Department of Human Services background check

Meet minimum training requirements of training under the Minnesota Department of Human Services and the Minnesota Department of Health

One year free from substance use problems

CPR / First Aid certification required; certification can be provided by RMHC

Current Minnesota driver’s license

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time

Ability to climb stairs

Ability to operate a keyboard and mouse

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Sufficient vision to utilize a computer monitor, to inspect and monitor the physical outlay or each program, to monitor client’s behavior and / or body language, and to inspect luggage, clothing, or packages

Sufficient hearing acuity to accurately record or respond to another party both in person, on the phone, and in a group setting

Maintain an acceptable level of cleanliness and physical appearance

Ability to verbally communicate English in a manner that is sufficiently clear to be easily understood

Must be able to maintain a Minnesota driver's license and auto insurance

EOE/AA

Minimum Education Required

Required Skills/Abilities:

Assertiveness is sufficient to complete positions essential functions.

Ability to attend to non-verbal cues

Ability to organize and prioritize tasks with sufficient flexibility to meet demands in a fluid and changing environment

Ability to maintain confidentiality of interaction with the people we serve in the treatment setting and other relevant confidential information

Ability to handle sensitive situations in a calm, respectful manner

Ability to operate accurately a computer, keyboard, and mouse

Ability to handle significant daily stress

Ability to effectively both verbally and in writing

Ability to read, write, and speak the English language

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years of age

High School Diploma or equivalency preferred

A philosophical approach consistent with Range Mental Health Center’s mission

Pass a Department of Human Services background check

Meet minimum training requirements of training under the Minnesota Department of Human Services and the Minnesota Department of Health

One year free from substance use problems

CPR / First Aid certification required; certification can be provided by RMHC

Current Minnesota driver’s license

Minimum Experience Required

Required Skills/Abilities:

Assertiveness is sufficient to complete positions essential functions.

Ability to attend to non-verbal cues

Ability to organize and prioritize tasks with sufficient flexibility to meet demands in a fluid and changing environment

Ability to maintain confidentiality of interaction with the people we serve in the treatment setting and other relevant confidential information

Ability to handle sensitive situations in a calm, respectful manner

Ability to operate accurately a computer, keyboard, and mouse

Ability to handle significant daily stress

Ability to effectively both verbally and in writing

Ability to read, write, and speak the English language

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years of age

High School Diploma or equivalency preferred

A philosophical approach consistent with Range Mental Health Center’s mission

Pass a Department of Human Services background check

Meet minimum training requirements of training under the Minnesota Department of Human Services and the Minnesota Department of Health

One year free from substance use problems

CPR / First Aid certification required; certification can be provided by RMHC

Current Minnesota driver’s license

Shift

Rotating

Number of Openings

1

Compensation

$

Postal Code

55792

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

61722

Job Benefits

Including but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Life, 401k, PTO, MNPMFL