Addictions counselor assistant vs addictions counselor

Differences between addictions counselor assistant and addictions counselor duties and responsibilities

Addictions counselor assistant example responsibilities.

• Certify in CPR and CPI.
• Med certiffy, CPR certify.
• Work on PowerPoint presentations, and coordinate the presentations with board activity.
• Maintain strict confidentially of client information in accordance with HIPPA and PII policy.
• Maintain data entry of office and patient records, while maintaining HIPPA compliance and patient confidentiality.
• Conduct in-person assessments to employees formally refer to the employee assistance program (EAP) and formulate treatment goals and plans.
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Addictions counselor example responsibilities.

• Ensure and manage the compliance with Didi Hirsch policies and procedures, contracts and other regulatory agencies, HIPAA and DMH.
• Develop treatment plans and recommend a level of care within ASAM and DSM-IV guidelines, and approve requirements.
• Restore patients to productive roles by educating them about available community base organizations, and social and employment services.
• Perform initial evaluations and intakes, make eligibility determinations, conduct rehabilitation planning and problem solving, and counseling.
• Provide drug, alcohol, and rehabilitation counseling and education in a residential therapeutic community for female drug offenders.
• Serve as an advocate for family with private/public school-relate agencies (IEP meetings/education plans).
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