What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Use Disorder Counselor position at PROCEED, Inc.?
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Post holder will be required to provide direct substance use disorder counseling services and support for all assigned clients.
- Perform client intake process and appropriate initial assessments to determine the need for substance use treatment and or mental health care.
- Work closely with clients to engage them in the decision-making process and help them understand the benefits of assessment and accessing appropriate levels of care.
- In collaboration with client, develop client-informed / directed goals and treatment plans.
- Use a combination of agency-approved evidence-based substance use treatment strategies for individual, group, and / or family therapy sessions, as appropriate.
- Use a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach to work collaboratively with clients.
- Screen and refer clients for HIV / STI / Viral Hepatitis testing.
- Continuously assess client need and refer and link client to other needed health, human, and social support services, including housing vocational / employment training and recovery support services.
- Input all client data and complete case notes, as per funding source guidelines.
- Carry an active caseload of 38 to 45 clients.
QUALIFICATIONS :
SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP :
Reports directly to the Project Director and / or Program Coordinator.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED :
Demonstrated understanding of trauma-informed care and depression, anxiety, and stress impact. Must be able to participate in a multidisciplinary team structure and to represent the agency in local, state, and national meetings. Must be willing to keep informed of SUD and trauma-informed best practices and share with colleagues. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills in both English and Spanish.
TRAVEL / SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Willing to travel to meetings, training courses, and conferences as required. Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule Monday through Saturday and early morning and evening hours.