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***Candidates must have extensive experience and be able to bring value to the program outside of simply being a counselor. i.e. community relationships or client recruitment connections. In this role candidates are required to build and maintain community resources which play a significant role in helping to fulfill their responsibility of assisting, as part of the team, with client recruitment efforts.***
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, the Addictions Counselor will work in a multidisciplinary team environment, providing frontline care to consumers in the IOP and OP programs. This position is accountable for assisting clients in the development and maintenance of healthy lifestyles and recovery management skills. This position requires a thorough understanding of the organization’s philosophy of treatment, admission process, discharge criteria and aftercare services. Extensive knowledge of substance abuse and dual diagnosis is essential. This position is responsible for ensuring that clinical and administrative services are provided for all consumers in accordance with government and accreditation regulations.
Essential Duties:
The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work to be performed by individuals in this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.
This position will be a member of the multidisciplinary team has the responsibility to carry out rehabilitation and support functions and assist in treatment; substance abuse services’ education support and consultation to the persons served.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS :
· Bachelor’s degree in related human services, addictions counseling, psychology, sociology, or related health field
· Minimum of 2 years relevant Addictions counseling, Mental Health\behavioral health experience
· Demonstrated clinical knowledge of adults with addictions and co-occurring developmental disorder and complex behavioral health issues.
· Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
· Perform all duties within their scheduled work week.
· Complies with State/Federal or Certification/Licensure training requirements.
· Maintains a professional and positive attitude and approach to patients, staff and visitors
· Must be able to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with staff and support agencies.
· Must be able to relate to and work within culturally economically diverse environment.
· Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Other:
Must have a passion for working with a culturally diverse population, experience in an Intensive Outpatient Substance Abuse program, Mental Health program or similar program setting; hands-on experience with electronic medical records and electronic case management systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to work independently and in a team environment, and strong computer skills are essential.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:
Applicants must possess at the minimum one of the following licenses or certifications: CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LGPC, LGSW.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person
Part Time | Contractor
05/13/2024
09/09/2024
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