Drug Testing Technician Team Lead

Lifeline Connections • Vancouver, WA

9h • $19 - $20

About The Position

Lifeline Connections is a community-based behavioral health organization that specializes in providing confidential and compassionate care to individuals who experience substance use and/or mental health conditions.

Our Vision - As the premier provider of substance use and mental health services in the Pacific Northwest, we are respected and the most trusted resource for behavioral health treatment and whole-person care. We provide a comprehensive continuum of coordinated quality services, foster enduring relationships, and empower our communities to truly thrive.

Our Mission - Through superior customer service, high quality programs, and well-trained and dedicated staff, we inspire hope and support lifesaving changes for people affected by substance use and mental health conditions.

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The Drug Testing Technician Team Lead is responsible for various duties related to collection, processing, reporting, and recording of urinalysis samples submitted on or off site including responsibility for assisting Drug Testing Supervisor with scheduling/ coverage when the Drug Testing Supervisor is on PTO. Team Lead will help with running the analyzer, as well as maintenance and supply inventory. The work involves the collection of urine samples per the agencies policies and procedures and recording of data during the collection process. This position does not provide clinical services to agency patients. In fulfilling these duties, the incumbent performs the following duties independently:

The incumbent provides agency-based services to patients in the Inpatient treatment program.

Contacts are primarily with the members of the treatment team, patients, and significant others and family members of the patients. All personal contacts are carried out in accordance with federal and state laws dealing with the confidentiality of patient records.

Most of the work can be performed while sitting, standing and walking.

Working hours are spent indoors in offices or other meeting rooms Supervision of outdoor activities, visits to community agencies, and participation in staff retreats and staff development activities will be required.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Familiarity with issues specific to addiction and recovery.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate labels for clients preparing to submit a urine sample.
• Instruct clients in the agency procedures for submission of urine samples and insure that these procedures are followed.
• Monitor and observe client submission of the urine sample.
• Insure maintenance of chain-of-custody of the urine sample including documentation by the client of all identifying information on the sample.
• Administer and record breathalyzer procedures & results when appropriate.
• Inform client of additional responsibilities, i.e. case management contacts, positive BA procedures, and/or prescription verification requirements.
• Inform client's case manager or the program supervisor of any unusual occurrences including but not limited to, positive BA, adulterated urine, and/or disturbances of any type.
• Prepare samples for delivery to the laboratory's courier.
• Insure all required samples for urine collection are maintained at sufficient levels.
• Insure universal precautions for handling of urine samples are adhered to.
• Team Lead including:
• Ensure compliance with “chain of custody” samples.
• Assist Drug Testing Supervisor with department coverage
• Provide support to fellow UA staff
• Other responsibilities as directed.

Benefits

• Lifeline Connections strives to be an employer of choice by offering regular and full-time employees a robust and highly competitive benefits package designed to support both personal and family well-being.
• Our comprehensive benefits include multiple options for medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• In addition, Lifeline Connections provides employer-paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance, along with access to supplemental coverage options.
• Full-time employees and eligible part-time employees may also enroll in our 401(k) retirement plan, helping support long-term financial wellness.
• Beyond benefits coverage, Lifeline Connections is proud to offer generous paid time off.
• Both full-time and part-time employees earn PTO at competitive accrual rates that increase with years of service, allowing for meaningful time away from work.
• Employees also receive paid holidays and personal holidays, reinforcing our commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED