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Function/Position Summary:

Under the clinical supervision of the Clinical Supervisor/Director the Addiction Counselor performs individual and group counseling, assists clients in mobilizing their resources so they can participate in the exploration of thoughts and behaviors that inhibit addiction recovery. Considers clients' culture, attitudes and feelings and develops alternative solutions to support informed decision making.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares and maintains a confidential, accurate, organized, and updated case file for each assigned client. Adheres to documentation deadlines as outlined in the Treatment Training Manual.
• Complies with documentation requirements as outlined in program policies and procedures for activities (e.g., assessments, treatment plans, treatment procedures, and discharge summaries) and in the preparation of required reports.
• Assesses a client's appropriateness for services using the DSM-V criteria for substance abuse and/or dependence.
• Effectively orients clients to the facility as needed by explaining issues including, but not limited to rule infractions that may result in termination, the hours-of-service availability, clients' rights and the grievance procedure, and costs for which they may be responsible.
• Develops, with the clients' participation, treatment plans to address identified problems.
• In collaboration with the client, ranks problems identified in the assessment process, establishes immediate and long-term goals, and determines the treatment process and resources to be utilized.
• Coordinates the delivery of service provisions and acts as an advocate in accessing other needed services.
• Identifies and responds to crises that may negatively impact treatment and, where possible, uses the negative events to enhance treatment efforts.
• Becomes proficient in and adheres to the Agency's treatment philosophy which incorporates CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy), Contingency Management, Motivational Interviewing (MI) and self-help meetings. Becomes proficient in the delivery of the approved evidence-based curriculums and maintains the integrity and fidelity of the approved curriculum.
• Maintains familiarity with community resources and their limitations, the procedures for making referrals, and the confidentiality requirements inherent to the referral process so that community resources are used to benefit clients.
• Recognizes the need for case consultation by adhering to continued supervision including, but not limited to case reviews, group supervision, individual case reviews, teach backs, role plays, and unsuccessful case reviews. Maintains contact with refencing professionals and seeks assistance in matters that exceed the Counselor's level of expertise and/or scope of practice.
• Acts as a resource to "team" members.
• Assists the Clinical Director in managing staffing adjustments.
• Effectively acts as a representative of the agency.
• Manages time and organizes work demands appropriately.
• Maintains ability to type/use computer and all programs implemented by the Agency including but not limited to those maintaining electronic health records.
• Navigates online platforms effectively to search for accurate criminal history of clients for verifications.
• Continues professional training and stays current in professional development.

• Case notes/signing notes are due at the end of each day.

   

General Requirements: Knowledge of addiction behavior and related social, psychological and health issues and related counseling techniques and practices. Possess strong knowledge base concerning the Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment; Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, including when information contains precise data and terminology; Experie