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Company Overview New Dawn Treatment Center has been a cornerstone of mental health and substance abuse treatment in Sacramento, CA for over 30 years. We are dedicated to providing evidence-based treatment with a person-centered approach, ensuring that every client experiences transformative care. Summary We are seeking a compassionate and skilled BHT to join our team at New Dawn Treatment Center in Reno, NV. This role is vital in delivering high-quality patient care and supporting our mission of clinical excellence. As a BHT, you will play an essential role in enhancing the lives of our clients through dedicated nursing practices. Responsibilities Monitors clients by conducting safety checks. Monitors, logs and reports on client detox withdrawal symptoms and/or significant changes. Monitors and records client vital signs. Charts medication observations, shift notes and DAPs in EHR. Provides clients with education on medication, substance abuse education, healthy lifestyle, and sleep routines. Conducts medication pass by the observation of client self-administration of medication. Reports medication errors. Completes medication count each shift. Assistswith medication destruction. Ensure adherence to facility rules. Completes incident reports as needed. Transportsclients and pick up medication as needed. Assistswith intakes Completing consent forms Collecting payment Client property inventory Light housekeeping Otherduties as assigned Qualifications High school diploma or GEDrequired. Current and valid NevadaSAPTA medical certification and detox certification required. Ccompletionofstate requiredsix-hourtraining (withdrawalsymptoms, client confidentiality, infectious and communicable diseases, measuring andmonitoringvitalsigns,andethicalpractices)required. Experience working with clients at various levels of care, with an emphasis on substance use disorder or mental health treatment preferred. Must have andmaintain a valid Nevada driver's license, clean driving record, andmaintain personal auto insurance coverage. Current CPR and First Aid certifications arerequired. Must have a current TB test or chest x-ray. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to work well and quickly under pressure both individually and as part of a team. Excellent project management skills to consistently meet deadlines. Strongorganizational skills with superior attention to detail. Excellent interpersonalskills. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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