Footprints to Recovery is seeking a Clinical Intake Counselor to assist with the admissions process for our ever-growing inpatient and outpatient programs. Footprints to Recovery is a collection of drug and alcohol treatment centers offering a variety of resources and services such as; medically managed detox program, residential program, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and outpatient treatment. We believe in progressive, individualized, and evidence-based treatment. With a team of dedicated, educated, and passionate clinicians and specialists, we strive towards offering the best care to thousands throughout the country. Our message is simple: There Are Better Days Ahead.

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday or Monday-Friday 9am-530pm 

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assess potential clients to determine the appropriate level of care based on ASAM criteria
• Engage clients while providing support and encouragement to individuals and their loved ones. Explain programs and services offered
• Provides crisis intervention services and conducts risk assessments as needed
• Complete biopsychosocial assessments
• Review clinical documentation for potential clients prior to admission to identify and report any inconsistency to Outreach Specialists, Executive Directors and Clinical Directors
• Coordinate client information with unit staff, managers, Executive Director and Clinical Director to complete client intake
• Assist the Director in creating and implementing policies and procedures regarding the clinical clearance stage of the admissions process
• Support units and clinical milieu by engaging in groups or individual sessions as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Must be able to assess for appropriate level of care with knowledge of ASAM criteria and DSM diagnostic criteria
• Must be able to demonstrate high level, efficient documentation skills
• Must display professionalism and excellent customer service and de-escalation skills
• Experience in the substance abuse or mental health field is required (1-2 years preferred)
• Must hold a minimum of current LPC or LSW; Minimum of MS degree in Counseling, Psychology or other related fields