Halfway House Technician

SUMMARY: The Umonhon Alcohol/Drug Program (UADP) Halfway House Tech is responsible for supporting and assisting in all phases of the program. The program utilizes volunteers and aims to identify and refer individuals who are experiencing problems related to alcohol and drug use and abuse. As a HWH Tech the employee is expected to assist in the ongoing process of individual and family program planning evaluation and addition the HWH Tech should be familiar with both State of Nebraska (MH/SA) reporting forms.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Assist in monitoring and implementing aftercare treatment plans for individuals admitted to the HWH either before pre-treatment or upon completion of inpatient alcohol/drug abuse/addiction treatment.
• Conduct weekly individual and group sessions as well as in-house meetings to educate and support clients/residents in developing knowledge and skills related to their unique experiences with alcohol/drug addiction.
• Facilitate the introduction of residents to the family units basic role and values to promote self-worth self-respect self-image and emotional well-being.
• Maintain an inventory of all purchases equipment supplies and keys in the HWH.
• Supervise and monitor the activities and schedules of clients to ensure compliance with program and HWH rules and regulations.
• Conduct an orientation for all new residents explaining the rules and regulations of the HWH.
• Conduct exit interviews collect all HWH items (e.g. towels bedding alarm clocks) and ensure their return.
• Assign chores and duties to residents in accordance with HWH rules and regulations. HWH staff will report to the primary counselor when rules or regulations are violated.
• Participate in all Umonhon Alcohol/Drug Program community-based activities aimed at preventing alcohol and drug abuse.
• Assist in organizing and implementing social cultural and recreational activities for HWH residents.
• Educate all residents on how alcohol/drug abuse negatively impacts their entire life and is a destructive behavior that can be changed.
• Provide guidance and support to clients in their efforts to develop alternative coping methods for stress emotional confusion and frustration that often accompany substance relapse or recidivism.
• Assist in scheduling appointments and providing transportation if necessary to promote client well-being.
• Must be able to work varying shifts weekends and holidays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Must possess a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.).

CERTIFICATES LICENSES and/or REGISTRATIONS:

• Must have a drivers license and be insurable.
• Must have a sobriety of 6 months or more.
• CPR/First Aide/Med Tech certified preferred but not required.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Requires high moral standards emotional stability and the ability to exercise sound judgement when making decisions.
• Must demonstrate a proactive approach towards work-related activities without requiring prompting or supervision.
• Proficient in facilitating group discussions to identify problems and find effective resolutions while maintaining composure and working efficiently in stressful situations.
• Excellent written communication skills including the ability to write in a clear and concise manner with good grammar spelling punctuation sentence structure and penmanship.
• Excellent verbal communication skills including the ability to speak effectively and articulately displaying active listening skills empathy and concern.

PLEASE NOTE: P.L. 93-638 Indian Preference and Tribal Employment rights Ordinance. (T.E.R.O) will be practiced; however all qualified applicants will be considered.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED PLEASE SEND APPLICATIONS RESUME TO:

OMAHA TRIBE OF NEBRASKA

ATTN: HR DEPARTMENT

P.O. BOX 368

MACY NEBRASKA 68039

OR

EMAIL:

Must pass background check physical and pre-employment drug screen.

Required Experience:

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