*****$1500 Sign On Bonus Available*****

Come lead the Substance Abuse Disorder (SUD) team at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) as the Shift Coordinator. Our Shift Coordinator manages a team of 3-6 clinicians for a shift (Day, Swing, Overnight). Responsible for care of up to 33 clients, coordinating all intakes, discharges, and transfers to other levels of care. Role serves as community liaison with multiple hospitals and law enforcement agencies. Role also oversees all EC/IC activity. The ideal candidate is both a strong clinician and leader capable of supervising up to 6 staff of various disciplines. Candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and effective at multi-tasking in a busy environment.

Salary for this role. based on experience and company equity

• $22.86 - $34.28 per hour

$1500 Sign On Bonus Available! *Not eligible for internal candidates and PRN positions.

Based on full time (40 hours/week). Prorate if less than 40 hours/week. Paid in two installments: 50% on first paycheck, 50% on paycheck following 6-month anniversary.

Additional Compensation Opportunities.

• Shift differential eligible based on schedule
• Bilingual Language Differential Pay: 5% of base salary up to a maximum of $3,000/year *rate depends on language requirements for the position and candidate's fluency.

About the team.

SUD provides 24/7 acute care services to clients who are intoxicated and/or in acute withdrawal. Team consists of Shift Coordinators, Addiction Technicians/Specialists, Peer Recovery Coaches, Case Managers, and Outreach Drivers.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a work group and provide direction on a daily basis. Provide feedback to employees.
• Assist Clinical Manager with reviewing resumes and interviewing candidates.
• Serve as the primary trainer of all new staff, or designates a senior member of the team to provide this training.
• Assist with scheduling.
• Assist the Clinical Manager with the daily operations of the Unit, including identifying and organizing supplies needs, receipts from purchases and ensuring that all paperwork is accounted for and completed correctly.
• Assist in the development and implementation of treatment and disposition plans that address the client as a whole-person.
• Participation in crisis and behavior management/de-escalation interventions as needed, according to state regulations, training, and established best practices.
• Develop and facilitate psychoeducational groups.
• Assist with case management functions as needed.
• Assist with intake procedures including decontamination, documentation, inventory of client belongings, and orientation to the facility.
• Assist with discharge procedures.
• Conduct one-on-ones to ensure that the treatment team has a comprehensive understanding of the clients self identified needs.
• Provide trauma-informed interventions that minimize harm and restrictive measures and empower clients to share responsibility in their recovery plan.
• Maintain a safe therapeutic environment that emphasizes recovery, resilience and building a sense of community.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in human services field or unrelated Bachelor's degree and one year equivalent experience ; or High school diploma or equivalent with CAC II acquired prior to April 1, 2021
• Two years' of related experience and/or training.
• Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS) eligible and obtained within one year.
• Actively registered with Colorado Department of Regulatory Affairs (DORA) within 90 days of hire.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License with a driving record that meets organization's requirements.
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Preferred: Bilingual

Required Vaccinations and TB Test.

AMHR has prioritized the health and safety of our clients and staff and requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, receive an annual influenza (flu) shot, and receive negative TB test results prior to their first day of hire. Proof of both vaccinations and negative TB test will be required upon your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions may be requested for either COVID 19 vaccine or annual flu shot.

Benefits:

• Health insurance: Kaiser
• Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability coverage*
• 403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment
• Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, plus 10 Paid Company Holidays, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Short term disability*

• Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more

Our Mission, Vision and Core Values.

Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.

Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.

Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AMHR and subsidiaries are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We are committed to maintaining an environment that respects the dignity of each individual in our community. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.

Diversity Statement.

We are committed to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to ensure that it is interwoven into the fabric of our organization. We support and nourish an inclusive and welcoming environment for employees from diverse backgrounds.