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Addiction Technician PRN (62718)

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery·Aurora, Colorado

$22 - $36/hr·Other·On Site·0-2 yrs·
Posted 1 day ago
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About the role

Provide direct clinical care and ensure the safety and well-being of clients undergoing detoxification within a 24/7 treatment milieu. Perform accurate documentation, monitor physical conditions, and assist with care coordination tasks as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Potomac
  • Pavilion: 1290 S.
  • Potomac
  • St,
  • Aurora,
  • CO 80012 -
  • Aurora,
  • CO 80012Position
  • Type: 0
  • FTE -
  • PRNEducation
  • Level:
  • High
  • School/GEDSalary
  • Range: $22.04 - $36.36
  • HourlyJob
  • Shift: Fully In-Person/On-SiteAre you seeking ultimate flexibility and thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments? Do you bring strong clinical skills and experience in substance use counseling? Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is looking for a dedicated, team-oriented PRN (as needed) Addiction Technician or Addiction Specialist to join our 24/7 Detox team, working a minimum of two shifts per month. In this role, you'll play a key part in providing direct clinical care, managing the treatment milieu, and ensuring the safety and well-being of clients undergoing detoxification. Our multidisciplinary team, comprised of Shift Coordinators, Addiction Technicians/Specialists, Peer Recovery Coaches, Case Managers, and Outreach Drivers, delivers compassionate, acute care to individuals experiencing intoxication or withdrawal. If you're adaptable, collaborative, and committed to making a difference, we invite you to apply. Available Shifts. This position is fully on-site, working 5 or 10-hour shifts, at least 2 shifts per month.
  • Shifts include:
  • Day,
  • Sunday -
  • Wednesday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Overnight,
  • Sunday -
  • Wednesday 9:00 pm - 7:00 am
  • Swing
  • Shift,
  • Sunday -
  • Wednesday 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm
  • Day,
  • Wednesday -
  • Saturday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Overnight,
  • Wednesday -
  • Saturday 9:00 pm - 7:00 am
  • Swing
  • Shift,
  • Wednesday -
  • Saturday 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm Salary for this role. Starting wage is based on experience and company equity. Paid bi-weekly.
  • High
  • School
  • Degree with
  • CAT or
  • Bachelor's
  • Degree: $22.04 - $33.07 per hour
  • Bachelor's
  • Degree with
  • CAS: $24.25 - $36.36 per hour
  • PRN
  • Pay
  • Differential: In addition to the base hourly rate, PRN employees receive a 10% PRN pay differential. This additional compensation recognizes the flexibility required of PRN staff and their availability to cover shifts on an as-needed basis, including unexpected Shift Differential Pay. The Day weekend shift differential is paid from 7 am to 3 pm on Saturdays and Sundays only; the Swing shift differential is paid from 3 pm to 11 pm; and the Overnight shift differential is paid from 11 pm - 7 am
  • Day
  • Weekend (Sat,
  • Sun): $1.50/hour
  • Swing
  • Weekday (Mon-Thurs): $1.50/hour
  • Swing
  • Weekend (Fri,
  • Sat,
  • Sun): $2.75/hour
  • Overnight
  • Weekday (Monday -
  • Thursday): $2.75/hour
  • Overnight
  • Weekend (Friday,
  • Saturday &
  • Sunday): $4.00/hour Availability. This PRN role requires availability to complete initial in‑person orientation and training during the scheduled onboarding week (Tuesday - Thursday), followed by up to eight (8) paid training shifts within the first two months, scheduled based on operational needs. To remain active in PRN status, employees are expected to work at least two shifts per month, with each shift lasting a minimum of five (5) hours, unless otherwise approved.
  • Essential
  • Functions: Interact with a client population that is actively intoxicated and/or experiencing symptoms of withdrawal. Provide guidance, safety, stability, and direction to clients. Identify emergency signals and situations and reacts appropriately. Perform accurate, legal, timely and ethical documentation at all times, including admissions and discharges, inventories and screening of clients personal belongings, and charting of all significant interactions with each client. Monitor and document client vital signs, physical condition and behavior as needed. Enters data using Electronic Health. Record and Microsoft office product software. Monitor/observe Urinalysis (UA) or Breath Alcohol (BA) tests as needed and documents appropriately. Monitor the facility to insure it is maintained in a neat and orderly manner and that all outside doors remain secured. Dispose of biohazard waste according to OSHA standards. Refer client to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling when needed. May assist in transporting admitted clients to hospitals, aftercare, or other approved services as directed by the Shift Supervisor. Staff member will complete needed care coordination tasks for their assigned role.
  • Qualifications
  • Requirements: Current CPR/First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.

Preferred

Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP).

Preferred

Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Preferred

Valid Colorado Driver's License with a driving record that meets organization's requirements.

Technician

Requirements: High School diploma with Certified Addiction Technician (CAT) actively registered with Colorado Department of Regulatory Affairs (DORA) or Bachelors’ degree with plan to obtain CAT credential within 18 months from hire date. Entry level position - zero to six months experience.

Specialist

Requirements: CAS (Certified Addiction Specialist) actively registered with Colorado Department of Regulatory Affairs (DORA) is required. Six months' work experience in behavioral health or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required Vaccination and TB Test. At AMHR the health and safety of our clients and staff are our top priorities. As part of this commitment, all employees are required to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and present a negative TB test result before their first day of work. Proof of both the flu shot and negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions can be requested if necessary.

Benefits

Accrued Sick Pay Employee Assistance Program 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. Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and its subsidiaries (AMHR) 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 (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context, including harassment or exclusion. #LI-KE1

Requirements

Requires a High School diploma or GED, with a preference for a Bachelor's degree and active CAT or CAS certification. Candidates must be able to obtain CPR/First Aid certification and provide proof of a negative TB test and annual flu vaccination.

  • high school
  • bachelor degree
  • professional certificate
  • Documentation
  • CPR
  • Care coordination
  • First aid
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Data entry
  • Crisis intervention
  • Clinical care
  • Safety management
  • Patient observation
  • Addiction treatment
  • Substance use counseling
  • Breath alcohol testing
  • Urinalysis observation

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$22 - $36/hr
Location
Aurora, Colorado
Posted
Jul 28, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is a large, not‑for‑profit community mental health organization that provides a wide range of mental health and addiction services to anyone and everyone in need. Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and...

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IndustryMental Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
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