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Amergis Substance Abuse Technician in Escondido, California
Substance Abuse Technician (Residential Medication Support)
| Escondido, CA
Program Overview
Residential substance use treatment facility serving women in recovery through trauma-informed, evidence-based care. The program provides integrated substance use and mental health services in a structured, supportive residential environment.
Role Overview
The Medical Technician I supports medication self-administration, withdrawal management, and client safety in a residential SUD setting. This is a non-clinical role working under RN and medical oversight, focused on monitoring, documentation, and crisis support.
Schedules Available
3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday
7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday
Key Duties
Monitor and document medication self-administration
Support clients during withdrawal management/detox
Conduct safety and behavioral rounds
Provide crisis intervention and client stabilization
Assist with intake, discharge, and daily supervision
Collect and document urinalysis results
Maintain accurate medical and facility documentation
Coordinate with nursing, medical, and clinical teams
Qualifications
High school diploma required (Bachelor’s preferred)
SUD Counselor registration (CCAPP, CAADE, or CADTP) Required
CPR/First Aid (or ability to obtain)
Residential SUD or behavioral health experience preferred
Strong documentation and communication skills
Bilingual preferred
Important Note
Not a Medical Assistant or lab-based “Med Tech” role
Residential medication support with onsite training and medical oversight
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Category: Admin
Job Function: Admin | Substance Abuse Technician | Substance Abuse Technician
Job Type: Contract - Full Time
Setting: Healthcare Facilities
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0171
Contract Duration: 13
Pay Rate: $1080 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-04-17T17:32:46