Sober Support Unit (SSU) Emergency Medical Technician CONTINGENT
Oakland Community Health Network
Summary
As an Emergency Medical Technician (Basic or Paramedic) on the Sober Support Unit (SSU), you work as part of a multidisciplinary team to monitor and assist individuals in acute detox situations. The SSU is a short-term, 24-hour program for adults experiencing the effects of drug and alcohol misuse. The goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment and a connection to follow-up treatment.
Job description
Job Summary
As an Emergency Medical Technician (Basic or Paramedic) on the Sober Support Unit (SSU), you work as part of a multidisciplinary team to monitor and assist individuals in acute detox situations. The SSU is a short-term, 24-hour program for adults experiencing the effects of drug and alcohol misuse. The goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment and a connection to follow-up treatment.
Essential Functions
- Perform initial and ongoing care assessments for individuals with chronic or non-urgent health issues.
- Monitor person's served health.
- Obtain and monitor vital signs to ensure stable health and safe withdrawal.
- Assist with medication: Help individuals self-administer medication as ordered by a physician.
- Document all care: Complete detailed, timely, and accurate documentation of all assessments, interventions, and observations.
- Administer first aid for any health conditions.
- Intervene in detox situations: Provide immediate assistance and intervention for individuals experiencing acute symptoms of detoxification.
- Maintain a supportive environment: Contribute to a non-judgmental, engaging, and empathic atmosphere.
- Collaborate with the team: Work effectively with other staff, such as peer support specialists, to provide integrated care.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements and Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Training Requirements (licenses, programs, or certificates): Certified Emergency Medical Technician (Basic or Paramedic) license; BLS Certification
Experience Requirements: Experience in providing services to Individuals with Substance Use Disorders, Mental Illness, Serious Emotional Disturbance, or with Intellectual / Developmental Disabilities preferred. Experience in providing services in the public sector preferred.
Job Specific Competencies/Skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with contractors and community partners.
- Knowledge of Health Care Systems desired.
- Knowledge of OCHN Substance Use Disorder and Core Provider Agencies and services.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated effective negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated effective computer skills with Word, Excel, database, and other relevant software programs.
Additional Information
Travel required, physical requirements, on-call schedules, etc.: Must have available means of transportation to and from OCHN and for required offsite meetings or site visits. Must be available for meetings and events which may occur outside of standard office hours. Work performed primarily in an office environment. The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Certified Emergency Medical Technician (Basic or Paramedic) license
- BLS Certification
- Experience in providing services to Individuals with Substance Use Disorders, Mental Illness, Serious Emotional Disturbance, or with Intellectual / Developmental Disabilities preferred
- Experience in providing services in the public sector preferred
- Knowledge of Health Care Systems desired
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Demonstrated effective negotiation skills
- Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated effective computer skills with Word, Excel, database, and other relevant software programs
Company overview
Oakland Community Health Network is a public behavioral health organization serving Oakland County, Michigan. As a community mental health services provider, OCHN administers and coordinates a comprehensive network of mental health, substance use disorder, and developmental disability services for residents. The organization operates as a Prepaid Inpatient Health Plan (PIHP) under Michigan's public mental health system, managing Medicaid and other public funding to ensure accessible care for vulnerable populations. OCHN collaborates with numerous provider agencies to deliver services including crisis intervention, outpatient therapy, case management, residential support, and prevention programs. The network focuses on person-centered care, recovery-oriented approaches, and community integration for individuals with behavioral health needs. Through its coordinated system of care, OCHN aims to improve mental wellness, reduce health disparities, and support individuals in achieving their highest level of functioning within their communities.