Chromosomal disorders counselor job description

Under the direct supervision of the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Project Director, the MAT Substance Use Disorder Counselor/ Case Manager will provide counseling and intensive case management through evidence- based therapy practices to those seeking treatment for opioid, alcohol and other substance use disorders.

Utilizes compassion and understanding of harm reduction to aid patients seeking treatment for opioid, alcohol and other substance use in an outpatient primary care setting.

Provides extensive knowledge and education to patients, family and community members for different FDA approved medications designed to treat those with opioid or alcohol use disorder.

Works directly with MAT Providers, Behavioral Health Workers and other Care Team members to design and determine comprehensive care needs.

Accepts referrals from medical and behavioral health staff and community-based organizations to administer assessments outlined by DSM IV to determine level of care, offer menu of options and link to appropriate care services.

Provides intensive case management and psychosocial support to those entering the MAT or general counseling program to ensure engagement, retention and better treatment outcomes.

Provides counseling through evidence-based practices such as Seeking Safety, Relapse Prevention and CBT concurrently with medication management to enhance treatment outcomes.
Navigates patients through treatment including reminders for appointments and medication management. Collaborates with outside agencies to offer referral options. Documents accurately and timely in medical records. Enters data for project evaluation and analysis, helps to prepare reports for grants and ensures collected data I securely kept/maintained. Maintains client confidentiality per HIPAA and CFR 42 federal regulations. Participates in all staff, team and community meetings as required. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Certification in Substance Abuse Counseling from an approved organization with the CA DHCS. A valid California Driver’s License and an insurable driving record under the agency’s liability policy. Two years experience in a health care setting. Two years experience working in substance abuse counseling. Knowledge of Harm Reduction, Seeking Safety, Relapse Prevention and other evidence-based behavioral therapies. Excellent oral and written communication skills (bilingual Spanish/English preferred). Ability to work independently and proactively, taking initiative. Willing and able to work with diverse population including low income, homeless, trauma-involved individuals.


*All JWCH, Wesley Health Centers workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department

Employee Benefits:
JWCH Institute, Inc., offers competitive salaries for all positions. Employees working 30 hours per week or more are provided a monthly allowance which can be used towards medical, dental, vision, and life insurance premiums. The agency offers sick leave and vacation accrual, 11 paid holidays, jury duty pay, mileage reimbursement, employee parking, direct deposit, credit union, and an employee assistance program. In addition JWCH offers a 401(k) Profit Sharing plan to employees who work a minimum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year.
Wesley Health Centers, JWCH Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For over 50 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) has provided affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to all San Diegans. With more than 2,500 employees spread throughout more than 50 sites around the county, FHCSD is proud of the diversity of its staff as a reflection of the communities it serves.

The reward of working at FHCSD is more than a paycheck and excellent benefits; it is the impact and contribution to the San Diego community that employees value most. If you are passionate about improving the overall health and livelihood of your community, FHCSD is looking for people like you.

Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is looking for Substance Use Disorder Counselor's (SUDC) to provide substance abuse screening, brief interventions, therapy for individuals and groups, and coordinates referrals for patients. Responsibilities also include providing leadership and training to staff related to chemical dependency issues, and serving as a subject matter expert in the cross-functional treatment team.
Candidate will have:
Registered Intern status or certification/registration from a California State Substance Use Disorders (SUD) Services certifying agency required. (BBS Licensed eligible also Welcome to Apply)! If not currently registered - You will have up to 30 days after hire date to complete registration.

Responsibilities:
Completes all required documentation accurately, in a timely manner, and thoroughly in accordance with department standards; in addition, documentation complies with patients' insurance requirements.Develops and maintains community resources information and contacts related to assigned patient population. Acts as a liaison and may provide consultations with community agencies.Participates in the design and implementation of mental health and substance abuse service delivery, working closely with multi-disciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.Provides direct substance abuse counseling services, including crisis intervention and individual, group, and family counseling, targeting assigned patient population groups experiencing substance abuse/dependency disorders. Provides support and assistance to maintain patients' treatment and recovery.Provides substance abuse education and referral information to patients, families, and other staff members in the areas of substance abuse counseling and treatment services.Provides substance abuse screening and assessments. Participates in the development of patients' individualized care plans. Assesses patients' need for enrollment in medical, self-help programs, outpatient services, and/or residential facilities and makes referrals, if necessary.Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
Registered Intern status or certification/registration from a California State Substance Use Disorders (SUD) Services certifying agency required. (BBS Licensed eligible also Welcome to Apply)! If not currently registered - You will have up to 30 days after hire date to complete registration.High School diploma (or GED equivalent) required.1 year experience in providing counseling required; 2 years of experience providing counseling to assigned patient demographics, such as patients diagnosed with serious mental illness or HIV, preferred.Bilingual English/Spanish may be required depending on site/location.Meet organizational driver requirements.

Rewards:
Job type: Regular Full TimeCompetitive Salary with Excellent BenefitsRetirement Plan with Employer MatchPaid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid HolidaysMedical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life InsuranceEmployee Discounts and Wellness ProgramsSponsoring Employer with an Equity Investment Company that can assist you with your down payment for purchasing a home

FHCSD was founded by community activists working towards a common goal: caring, affordable, high-quality medical care for all. We are proud to continue this mission today as we provide accessible services to over 210,000 patients across San Diego County. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to community medicine and providing culturally competent care to the medically underserved.

• Create and maintain all client documentation within required timelines. This includes intakes, assessments, all related forms and statistics, treatment plans, all counseling and case management services up to and including program discharge.
• Develop Individual treatment plans and monitor program progress and compliance.
• Meets with all clients on a bi-weekly basis or more frequently if needed.
• Provides direct alcohol and drug counseling, education services to clients with substance use disorders and dual diagnosis problems based upon clinical client needs and program design.
• Facilitates alcohol and drug groups as assigned by supervisor, including development of curricula psycho-educational and process oriented approaches.
• Provides individual, couple, and/or family counseling to assigned clients as needed on treatment plan.
• Administer urinalysis testing on all clients.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with Title 22 and drug medical.
• Complete and submit all county and program required reports in timely manner.
• Provides ongoing client meetings and follow-up through to program completion, including one on one meetings, phone calls and home visits (when deemed necessary by Program Manager).
• Attend QAR and participate in case file reviews. Establishes weekly case presentations for review at staff meetings. This process includes all new admissions, discharge, and referrals within the past week. Prepares client charts for QAR, utilization review and Clinical meetings in an accurate and timely manner.
• Works to ensure the client has seamless and smooth transition through the treatment modalities.

REQUIREMENTS

• Registered chemical dependency counselor in the state of California and one year of experience working with SUD clients
• Must offer certain linguistic, gender, cultural and ethnic specific skills: must be able to work with culturally diverse population.
• Must be free of parole and probation for a period specified by program contract.
• Must have a valid California driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Must pass pre-employment background check, TB and drug screening and COVID vaccine requirements.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

HOURS

40 hours per week. Monday - Friday. Shifts available between 8am - 9pm based on location.

PAY
Registered $18 per hour
Certified $20 per hour

These are starting rates and may be adjusted upwards based on education & experience.

BENEFITS
This position receives employer-paid benefits, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off (vacation and sick leave), paid holidays, and employer-paid pension. May qualify for federal student loan forgiveness.