Addictions counselor job description

$5,000 HIRING BONUS (Prorated by FTE)

• Benefits include:
  • Family medical, dental, long-term disability, 403(b) plan with 6% match, and more.
  • Generous paid time off policy. (Annual accrual up to 208 hours - based on FTE status and available to use upon accrual). Plus, 11 paid holidays annually.
• Bilingual skills a plus; Options pays a premium for employees who can conduct business in Spanish and provide certification of a language proficiency test approved by the Oregon Health Authority that meets a proficiency level of “High Intermediate”.

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:30AM-5:30PM with some evening and weekend work.

Overview

The Drug and Alcohol Counselor provides substance use disorder (SUD) screening, assessments, and treatment to adults and/or children. Utilizes Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) in delivery of client services. Options provides on the job training and supervision for FIT.

Responsibilities

Provides client-centered care utilizing evidence-based and trauma-informed services.

Utilizes motivational interviewing techniques to establish therapeutic rapport and facilitate active engagement in services.

Conducts assessment interviews using evidence-based tools and provides evidence-based therapeutic interventions to address identified treatment and recovery goals.

Manages an appropriately sized caseload of clients. Implement treatment planning goals, utilizing program-specific evidence-based practices.

Works collaboratively with the treatment team to meet client goals.

Provides timely, accurate documentation using appropriate psychosocial terminology that meets or exceeds billing criteria.

Adheres to the Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) and standards of care. Completes program-specific charting, including the entry of outcome data and data-tracking.

Develops and facilitates client groups.

Participates in the management of behavioral emergencies.

Facilitates access to other needed resources and health care services.

Attends all mandatory meetings, participates in individual and group supervision.

Maintains positive working relationships.

Works as an active and cooperative member of the treatment team.

Professionally represents the agency at all times.

Facilitates connections to self-help recovery programs and activities.

May transport clients using agency vehicles on occasion to facilitate client-directed services.

Qualifications

Experience with individuals who have substance abuse/addiction. Must have interest and ability to register as a CADC-R.

Preferred: CADC I or II (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor)

Please visit www.mhacbo.org for more information.

Candidates must be able to use e-mail, compose documents, save and locate documents electronically, and learn to use our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Proficiency in Word and other MS Office applications preferred.

Must pass state-required background and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver's license and a satisfactory driving record to transport clients. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.

Possess understanding of HIPAA laws regarding confidentiality of privileged information, and ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Options for Southern Oregon is subject to the State of Oregon vaccine mandate for healthcare workers. New hires must submit vaccination documentation showing they are fully vaccinated, or be approved for an exception/accommodation, by their hire date.

Options for Southern Oregon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Serves in the capacity of counselor/case manager for an identified case load, as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Is responsible for provision of group, individual, and family sessions for patients/clients as well as development and review of treatment plans, all required documentation, and the presentation of educational sessions to patients about the various aspects of the disease of chemical dependency and the process of recovery. Provides family education sessions as required concerning the family involvement in the process of recovery. Is capable of providing staff coverage in any counseling area in the event of shortages, including intake, assessment, didactic presentations, family sessions, individual sessions, group sessions, discharge planning, and overall case management.

Conducts initial assessments as part of the complete multidisciplinary, biopsychosocial assessment process for the purpose of prioritizing patient treatment needs.

Participates with other members of the treatment team in the development of information to include in the complete, diagnostic summary that combines information from all disciplines.

Participates with other members of the treatment team in the development of initial and on-going treatment plans based upon weekly review of progress, patient identified needs, and ongoing assessment.
Provides group counseling/therapy sessions as required by current treatment schedules.
Provides individual counseling sessions with assigned caseload on a weekly basis or more frequently if needed.
Presents educational sessions to the patient/client community including the use of audio/visual equipment, handouts and exercises. Reviews and updates assigned didactic presentation on an annual basis.
Completes all required chart documentation consistent with Hope House policies and procedures.
Participates in crisis intervention activities with patients as required by the situation.
Consults with the psychiatrist for the Hope House program as required to facilitate effective evaluation of patient needs. Accepts direction and supervision from the psychiatrist as provided.
Meets daily with the multidisciplinary team to facilitate review of status of all assigned patients to update treatment plans and complete discharge planning and other referrals as necessary.
Conducts family education sessions as scheduled.
Conducts family counseling sessions to explain the role of the family in recovery and makes recommendations for discharge planning with the family as required.
Assists and participates in any special patient activities and recreational events including appropriate and required documentation of patient responses.
Accepts on-call counselor responsibilities on a rotating schedule.
Facilitates referral to outside agencies, continuing care agencies, and special counseling agencies based upon patient need to insure continuity of care post-discharge.
Consults and interacts with probation officers, attorneys, protective service workers, etc. to act as a patient advocate and insure comprehensiveness of care.
Attends and participates in all in-services, staff meetings, counselor meetings, and clinical meetings as required by Hope House.
Demonstrates knowledge in and compliance with all emergency and variance reporting requirements.
Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skill in safety, fire safety, and security procedures at Hope House.
Attends all mandatory, annual training-re-training to insure continued competency in safety and other issues.
Maintains current CPR certification at all times.
Attends a minimum of one counseling related course/workshop per year to maintain certification and competency standards.
Participates in CQI related functions and monitoring as required by Department Supervisor.
Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred) from an accredited college or university in counseling, human services, or related field with course work specific to counseling chemical dependency clients.
Certification as an addiction counselor in the state of Maryland under the Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists or active pursuit thereof: two years of supervised experience providing chemical dependency counseling services in a health or social work setting.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

New Hire Bonus of up to $5,000 available during the first 12 months of employment.

We have an exciting opportunity for you!

Would you like to take your career to the next level and join our team, a nationally recognized and rapidly expanding company that is making a difference in the lives of thousands? As an Addiction Counselor, we offer you the opportunity to work in a dynamic, team-oriented, environment helping individuals overcome substance abuse addiction. The Addiction Counselor is responsible for delivering direct patient services, such as performing initial assessment, diagnosis, and documentation of each event necessary to determine placement for level of care. This rewarding profession offers the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of others. If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply for immediate consideration.

We are dedicated to providing employees the support they need and deserve both at work and in their personal lives. At ARC, we offer an attractive and affordable insurance package for employees and their families, including, health, vision, and dental insurance. Additionally, we offer a wide array of ancillary insurance products including life, accident, critical illness, and short/long term disability insurance. Our employees enjoy a generous paid vacation, sick, holiday, and maternity/paternity policies. For employees who would like to plan for their financial future, an optional employer-sponsored retirement plan (401k) is available with a 3% employer match. All these benefits and more along with the opportunity to work in a safe, friendly, and supportive work environment are available with a career at ARC.

What qualifications you will need

• Graduate of an accredited college or university with a minimum of Bachelor's degree in Drug and Alcohol Counseling and/or Masters Degree in Clinical Counseling or Social Work.
• Must hold an active professional certification/license recognized by the state of Kentucky for providing counseling services to individuals with a Substance Use Disorder Diagnosis. Specifically, one of the following licensures: CADC, LCADC, LPCA, LPCC, CSW, LCSW, AMFT, LMFT.
• Minimum of 2 years administrative and management setting familiarity, with Performance Improvement and Standards necessary.
• Communication skills to relate to all levels of management and counseling staff.
• Self-motivated and confident Application of Continuous Quality Improvement/Performance Improvement philosophy and ability to develop the organizational strategy.

What you will do in this role

• Delivers direct patient services performing individual and group therapists sessions, and documentation of each event, as needed.
• Effectively communicate medical necessity of services, utilizing the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) guidelines for care
• Complete appeals process with third-party payers as needed.
• Communicate clearly and accurately to various staff.
• Coordinates with program administration.
• Organizes professional development and training in diagnosis and assessment, therapy and charting/documentation as needed.
• Serves as a positive role model by demonstrating professional and caring attitudes and behaviors toward co-workers, patients, and guests.
• Maintains an effective clinical organizational structure and delegate appropriate authority for completion of assigned responsibilities.
• Knowledge of administrative, personnel and clinical policies and procedures, and ability to comply and communicate these clearly and accurately to staff.
• Evaluates the impact of therapeutic interventions upon the therapeutic milieu.

What Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) is all about

Our mission – We create opportunities for people to discover hope and live their God-given destiny.

At ARC, our hope is to allow everyone we serve to achieve their full human potential and flourish in all their endeavors. Our nationally recognized Crisis to Career model is shaping the future of the individuals we serve to prepare them to live a life of abundance and flourish by incorporating the best practices of clinical drug addiction treatment with vocational training programs. We operate a network of over 30 vibrant and supportive residential, outpatient and online treatment programs. Our recovery programs establish emotional health, physical wellness, and spiritual growth in those we serve. Our hope is to see transformed lives anchored in strong family relationships, social responsibility, and meaningful careers.

Addiction Recovery Care, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

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