Description

Universityof Colorado Denver l Anschutz Medical Campus

Schoolof Medicine/Addiction Research and Treatment Services (ARTS)  Peer I

ClientCare Aide II

Position#676748  Requisition #15523

 * Applications are acceptedelectronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

 TheUniversity of Colorado Denver seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment tocreating an inclusive learning and working environment.  We value the ability to engage effectivelywith students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

 ARTS hasan opening for a part-time UniversityStaff (unclassified) Client Care Aide II position.

 Peer I is a substance abuse treatmentprogram for adult men with chronic histories of substance abuse/dependence;many serving some form of a legal sentence with the state of Colorado. Theoperations department is responsible for the monitoring of clients within thefacility as well as while they are in the community for public safety issues.The position observes, monitor, and intervenes in and recording of clientactivity. The position audits a plethora of standards from the Division orCriminal Justice, Signal Behavior Health, and Office of Behavioral Health.

 Examples of Duties Performed:

• Conductrandom head counts to document client whereabouts
• Observeand monitor client behaviors and initiate prescribed interventions when needed
• Observe and document same sex urinalysis. 
• Monitorbreathalyzer samples, document completion of the service, and report anyconcerning behavior
• Completesame sex pat searches
• Monitorand document client ingestion of antabuse, naltrexone and other medications asneeded
• Auditall client medications for count accuracy and compliance with medicationdirections
• Ordersmedication refills when needed
• Authorizeclient to leave the facility for work, pass, and job search activities
• Verify clients off-site where abouts 
• Reportescape information to state agencies
• Maintainclient’s treatment records via filing and auditing
• Conductmonthly Fire Drills
• Conductmonthly facility inspections
• Attendmandatory Monthly staff meetings
• Attend training to fulfill annual DCJ requirements 
• Maintainconfidentiality of clientele, personal health information
• Providecustomer service to clientele and outside agencies
• Dataentry utilizing Access and CareLogic systems.
• Propertyinventory of client property and screening for contraband
• Scanning,faxing and emailing information to outside agencies
• Dispensingof client personal monies
• Drive clients to meetings, recreationalactivities, appointments, etc. 
• Miscellaneousduties that would be needed for any kind of project that supports the missionof the program

This description is asummary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it isnot intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change fromtime to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add ordelete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/orhiring authority

 PLEASE NOTE: Candidates willbe responsible for travel expenses related to the interview process and anyrelocation expenses, if applicable.

 Salary and Benefits:The hiring salaryfor this position starts at $7,851.6 (30%) and is negotiable and commensuratewith skills and experience.  This position is eligible for overtimecompensation.

 Your total compensation goes beyond the number onyour paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plansand retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

  Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits.Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation  Diversity and Equity: Please click here for information on disabilityaccommodations: http://www.ucdenver.edu/about/departments/HR/jobs/Pages/JobsatCUDenver.aspx

 The University of Colorado Denver| Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruitingand supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. Theuniversity strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect,communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnicminorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University ofColorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

 The University of Colorado Denver| Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring asafe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. Toassist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for allprospective employees. 

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:

• Mustpossess a GED or High School Diploma.
• Oneyear of experience appropriate to the work assignment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Mustpossess and maintain a valid State of Colorado Driver’s License 
• Mustagree to fingerprinting and criminal background check. Required backgroundchecks include a review with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) AND the CentralRegistry of Child Protection (Trails).
• Inaccordance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), ARTS cannot employ individuals (who mayhave contact with residents) who have (1) engaged in sexual abuse in a prison,jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or otherInstitution (as defined in 42 U.S. C. § 1997); (2) been convicted of engagingor attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated byforce, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did notconsent or was unable to consent or refuse; or (3) been civilly oradministratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in (1-3)of this section. Material omissions regarding such misconduct, or the provisionof materially false information, shall be grounds for termination.
• Mustbe willing and able work part-time (12 hours/week)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with offenderpopulation 
• Experiencedocumenting behaviors according to established policies and procedures
• Experienceobserving, monitoring and documenting urinalysis/breathalyzer testing
• Experiencein observing, monitoring and documenting medication usage
• Experience in head counts/bed check 
• Experiencefiling and auditing clinical charts
• Experiencewriting incident reports
• Experience and knowledge of Federal Confidentiality laws concerning Drug and Alcohol treatment and HIPAA

Competencies:

• Ability tocommunicate effectively, both in writing and orally
• Ability to establishand maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levelsthroughout the institution.
• Outstandingcustomer service skills.
• Demonstratedcommitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Proficient inMicrosoft Office programs and ability to learn software programs
• Experience usingan Electronic Health Record
• Ability to elevate decision making to higher level based onpolicies and procedures.
• Ability to investigate, evaluate, and fact check information thatneeds to be conveyed to outside constituencies, in the matters of their clientswe treat, in a complete and professional manner.
• Ability to be nonjudgmental and respectful of others beliefs,values, and culture

Job Category: Health Care
Primary Location: Denver
Schedule: Part-time
Posting Date: Jan 16, 2019
Unposting Date: Ongoing