What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Abuse Counselor position at APALACHEE CENTER INC?
Apalachee Center, Inc. is best known for helping individuals and families of North Florida succeed in recovering from emotional, psychiatric, and substance abuse crises. Apalachee Center, Inc. provides comprehensive behavioral health services across 8 counties (Franklin, Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Taylor, and Wakulla Counties).
Apalachee Center, Inc. offers competitive benefits for our full-time positions to include health, dental, vision, basic life insurance, long term disability, paid time off, and more.
Please note: Regardless of the hours of the position, the selected candidate will have to be available to complete 2 weeks of training, Monday-Friday during the hours of 8:00am-5:00pm, upon hire.
Overview:
Assesses, plans, develops, coordinates and provides treatment, rehabilitation and support services to persons with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders. Provides crisis intervention. Prepares and maintains client records.
ESSENTIAL/CORE JOB-SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Provides individual and group therapy to assigned clients in Leon and Gadsden County to assist them in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life and making changes. Uses a strength-based and trauma informed care approach to work with assigned clients in their treatment and recovery.
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Develops client substance abuse Treatment Plan in coordination with the client. Reviews and updates treatment plans in accordance with client goals and progress.
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Coordinates addiction treatment with the behavioral health team (e.g., Care manager and medical staff).
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Attend program staffing and periodic clinical/administrative supervision as scheduled.
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Completes and maintains accurate records and progress notes documenting services provided, in accordance with Agency standards.
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Prepares and provides weekly lesson plans and submits them for supervisory approval.
Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
- A Master's degree with a major in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related human services field.
- Three years of related professional experience, with training and experience in assessment and treatment of persons with substance use disorders.
- Professional experience working with persons with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI).
Licensure or Certification:
- Must possess current, valid driver’s license and maintain Apalachee Designated Auto Driver status.
Salary : $26