APPLICATION PROCESS: Submit a cover letter and resume to: Lifeline Connections, Attn: Human Resources, PO Box 1678, Vancouver, WA 98668 Fax: (360) 397-8450
Email: jobs@lifelineconnections.org

All positions will remain open until filled unless a closing date is specified.

Lifeline Connections is committed to providing a safe workplace for its employees and to placing safe, professional drivers in its vehicles. We intend our workplace to be drug free, and that all our employees will be free from the effects of drugs and/or alcohol while on duty. To help maintain this standard of excellence, all new Lifeline employees will be required to submit to a pre-employment urinalysis.

Clerical / Administrative Support:  Experienced Administrative Assistant/Clerk needed to support the Residential Department.   The position is responsible for department reception, scheduling of clients and appointments, liaison with referral sources, construction and maintenance of confidential client records, word processing, data entry and processing, up-keep of office machines and other duties as assigned. 

Requirements:

1. High School diploma or equivalent
2. Minimum of one year experience in a clerical capacity
3. Thorough knowledge of Word/Excel and ability to produce accurate reports/forms.
4. Must be able to follow HIPPA requirements regarding client/patient records.

Salary Range: DOE

LINE COOK:  This position is responsible to prepare and cook meals for inpatient clients and staff members.  We serve approximately 100 people breakfast, lunch and dinner on a daily basis (365 days a year).  Cooking experience in a professional kitchen/restaurant is required.  Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.  This is a regular, full time position that goes up to $12/hour with a full benefits package.

Salary Range: DOE

Temporary On-Call Residential Facility Staff (RFS) position works under the supervision of the Program Manager of Inpatient Treatment the Deaf Addiction at Lifeline Connections.  This position provides support in the group living and milieu component of the Deaf Addiction Center at Lifeline Connections inpatient program.  Must be fluent in using American Sign Language (ASL). In fulfilling these duties, the incumbent performs the following duties independently:

1. Ensures a safe environment that promotes recovery for patients.
2. Will assist patients as needed with homework assignments for treatment plan goals and objectives.
3. Will work as part of a treatment team.
4. Will provide advocacy and assist in facilitating access to necessary community resources, sober support systems, and other professionals.
5. Maintain complete and up to date files that document all services and contacts provided consistent with the requirements of WAC and agency policy.
6. Supports and implements agency policies and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

1. High School diploma or equivalent.
2. Fluent using American Sign Language (ASL)
3. Prefer College course work and working towards 2 or 4 year degree.
4. Prefer experience working in an Inpatient Drug and Alcohol treatment program.
5. Proficient using Excel and Word.
6. Familiarity with issues specific to addiction and recovery.
7. Good verbal and written communication skills.

Salary Range: DOE

Chemical Dependency Professional (CDP) Part-Time: The CDP position is part-time position and works independently. Applicants must have WA Department of Health Counselor Registration and be eligible for WA state Chemical Dependency Profession (CDP) certification.

Salary Range: DOE

ON CALL DETOX AIDES - The Temporary and On-Call Detox Unit Aide provides shift coverage and case management of clients residing in the sub-acute detox unit. In providing these services, the incumbent performs the following duties:

• Conducts admissions screening pursuant to Physician’s Standing Orders and Detox Policies and Procedures;

• Provides motivational counseling to assist clients in accepting a treatment referral;

• Develops treatment referrals;

• Provides discharge planning;

• Monitors client’s vitals per Physician’s Standing Orders;

• Completes charting requirements per WAC 388-805, 246-326, Detox Physician’s Standing orders, and Detox policy.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

• The incumbent must be knowledgeable about chemical physiology (have taken drug physiology class at an accredited college or university, or have received in-service training by Detox Lead prior to assuming shift responsibility);

• Possess a working understanding of the detoxification process and the signs and symptoms that warrant transfer to a medically supervised detox center;

• Possess the training and skill to provide first aid and CPR to clients;

• Understand the forms, stages, and manifestations of addictive behavior;

• Have the ability to write detailed progress notes.

Salary Range: $9.00 per hour

RFS (Residential Facility Staff) - Temporary On-Call Residential Facility Staff (RFS) position works under the supervision of the Program Manager of Inpatient Treatment. This position provides support in the group living and milieu component of the inpatient program. In fulfilling these duties, the incumbent performs the following duties independently:

1. Ensures a safe environment that promotes recovery for patients.
2. Will assist patients as needed with homework assignments for treatment plan goals and objectives.
3. Will work as part of a treatment team.
4. Will provide advocacy and assist in facilitating access to necessary community resources, sober support systems, and other professionals.
5. Maintain complete and up to date files that document all services and contacts provided consistent with the requirements of WAC and agency policy.
6. Supports and implements agency policies and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

1. High School diploma or equivalent.
2. Prefer College course work and working towards 2 or 4 year degree.
3. Prefer experience working in an Inpatient Drug and Alcohol treatment program.
4. Familiarity with issues specific to addiction and recovery.
5. Good verbal and written communication skills.

Salary Range: $9.00 per hour

We appreciate your interest in Lifeline Connections career opportunities.

Lifeline Connections is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in the workplace.