Substance Abuse Counselor - In Training

BASIC PURPOSE: Reporting to the Clinical Coordinator, the Substance Abuse Counselor - In Training provides substance abuse services to help clients with treatment and recovery from substance use disorders.  Enhance the training, education, professionalism and quality of Outpatient Services and its staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide substance abuse counseling services and counseling within scope of expertise to individuals, couples, family and/or groups in a manner consistent with FCC’s mission, vision and values. Maintain full caseload, equal to no less than 70% of time allocated for treatment services. Adhere to all laws of client rights, confidentiality and privacy as governed by HIPAA, governing standards and FCC policies.
• Provide treatment of all FCC contracted services which may include Treatment Court Programs as well as other groups and contracts that may be developed. Work with clients in a group setting, meet monthly with teams associated with agency contracts and keep Clinical Coordinator aware of updates/changes as needed. Maintain documentation and up to date releases. Provide necessary assessments and treatment plans with review in a timely manner.
• Maintain client files by utilizing the agency’s Electronic Health Record system, ensuring completed and timely documentation of provided services in accordance with agency policies and governing standards. Maintain positive relationships with referral sources and assure purchasers and clients they are receiving the highest quality services that focus on best practice and evidence based models with successful outcomes. Market a positive public image of services in communities served to maintain caseload requirements. Demonstrate high level of commitment and professionalism in the field through advocacy, training or education within the community.
• Actively participate in scheduled individual and/or group supervision, staff meetings and other agency meetings as requested.  Maintain certification/licensure in good standing and remain current in required hours of annual staff development. 
• Maintain regular communication with direct supervisor to assure he/she is properly informed regarding program and service issues, concerns and updates.
   

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ENVIRONMENT:

Education, Training & Work Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Social work or related field preferred, but not required. Working toward full licensure and being third-party billable as a substance use disorder professional. Be in good standing with licensing board. 

Specialized Knowledge & Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. Must be able to market services and be able to demonstrate the agency’s mission, vision and values. Must meet core competency requirements: Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, Recovery Model, CBT, Risk Assessment and one other approved specialty training. 

Equipment & Applications: Independently execute desktop PC application including Gmail and Microsoft products. 

Work Environment & Physical Demands: Normal office environment and related indoor conditions with minimal, infrequent lifting, bending and standing. Some home-based services provided in community settings and/or client homes. Some travel may be required.

Benefits at FCC:

• Paid time off through accrued vacation time – plus an additional floating holiday! 
• Life insurance covered 100% by FCC when working 20 or more hours per week.
• Short term & long-term disability, voluntary life, accident, cancer and critical illness insurance available when working 20 or more hours per week.
• 401(k) Savings Plan - FCC will match up to 3% of the employee’s contribution (a 50% match on the first 6%).
• Business Casual dress code policy – dress appropriately per your schedule. 
• Our Clients – the biggest benefit of all is that you are making a difference by supporting members in your local community!