What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor position at DCCCA?
Essential Functions
- Full-time staff conducts 83, 86, or 90 direct client service hours monthly, based on tenure; part-time staff dedicates 60% of hours worked to direct client service
- Creates a safe client environment by performing all required security and safety procedures
- Assists in client orientation to program rules/structure and treatment goals
- Submits a written incident report in the event of unusual client behavior or activity while in DCCCA's care
- Administers comprehensive drug and alcohol screenings, assessments and evaluations to clients and assists in determining appropriate consequences and/or learning experiences based upon test results
- Coordinates client services ranging from assessment and treatment planning, through discharge and aftercare
- Recruits speakers, prepares presentations, obtains films and other related materials as necessary to enhance client understanding of presenting problems
- Identifies and makes other referrals as necessary
- Presents educational lectures to help clients develop ongoing treatment and recovery plans
- Facilitates individual, group and family counseling sessions that promote positive interaction, encourage group socialization, group cohesiveness and unity among clients
- Develops and maintains professional relationships with clients at all times
- Prioritizes identified problems that require resolutions, establishes goals and objectives, utilizes available resources and arrives at decisions appropriate for client treatment planning
- Aides in client decision making by promoting positive attitudes, feelings of awareness and change and building self-esteem
- Educates, coaches and guides clients through the process of using cognitive and behavioral skills such as thinking reports, DBT, RET, step work, etc.
- Utilizes diagnostic interviews, behavioral observations and client reports to assess client strengths, weaknesses as well as other areas to be incorporated into treatment planning
- Documents treatment goals and progress and completes all required treatment documentation including admissions and progress notes, periodic evaluations, treatment plans, discharge summaries, continued stay reviews, in accordance with all program and state guidelines
- Consults with staff and other professionals as necessary before implementing recommendations to ensure quality client care
- Communicates effectively with staff and other members within the community
- Submits information to referral sources and ancillary service providers as requested
- Prior work in behavioral health or addictions treatment is preferred
- Requires a detailed understanding of core competencies and the treatment model utilized
- Requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Services or an exception from the BSRB
- Requires compliance with the Board's ethical practice and continuing education requirements
- Requires CPR, AIDS in-service hours and annual TB testing with a negative test result (residential programs only)
- Requires licensure as a Licensed Addictions Counselor through the State of Kansas; LMAC preferred
- Must possess a valid state Driver's License, in force automobile liability insurance, and maintain a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) that meets organization's insurability standard as defined by DCCCA policy. Availability of reliable transportation is required for this position