• Drug Checking Technician

    Catholic Charities of the Dioscese of Albany (Albany, NY)


    $42,000.00 Annually

     

    Are you Ready to Launch Your Career?

     

    Join us in our mission as a Drug Checking Technician at Catholic Charities of Care Coordination Services.

     

    Imagine yourself as part of an organization with a profound commitment to making a positive impact. When you choose Catholic Charities, you step into a world of endless opportunities, where your efforts collectively contribute to a brighter community. We consider it a privilege to make a meaningful difference, and we love what we do.

    As the Drug Checking Technician, you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through:

    + Conduct initial screening and/or intake activities for referred participants in need of harm reduction case management to evaluate participant needs

    + Opioid Overdose Prevention Training

    + Explain process and limitations of spectroscopy

    + Utilize the spectrometer to analyze samples for clients receiving services at the main office

    + Work with agency leadership to develop data tracking tools in accordance with agency and Department of Health guidelines

    + Conduct syringe exchange to eligible participants as part of mobile outreach team

     

    Drug Checking Technician Minimum Salary: $42,000

     

    Drug Checking Technician Maximum Salary: $42,000

     

    Drug Checking Technician Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 - 4:30

    Qualifications:

    + High School Diploma and 2 years of outreach/case manager/casework experience

    + Associate's Degree in Health, Education, or Human Services preferred

    + Valid NYS Driver's License, Registration, and Insurance required

    + Personal cell phone required

    We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits:

    + For benefit-eligible positions:

    + Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

    + Retirement planning options

    + Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)

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    + A collaborative work environment

    + Employee Assistance Program

    + Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)

    + Exciting referral bonuses

    + Ongoing training and development

    + Recognition and Awards

    + Career Growth

    + A collaborative team culture

     

    Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.

    Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:

    Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla)

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf)

     

    Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act)