Group Facilitator/CSAC

Provide treatment and support to assist client in recovery from addictions, such as alcohol and drug use or other behavioral problems. Responsible for facilitating groups, individual sessions, and performing case management functions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Screening clients to determine eligibility and appropriateness for admissions to a particular program.
• Intake of clients by performing the administrative and initial assessment tasks necessary for admission to a program.
• Orientation of new clients to program's rules, goals, procedures, services, costs, and the rights of the client.
• Assessment of client's strengths, weaknesses, problems, and needs for the development of a treatment plan.
• Treatment planning with the client to identify and rank problems to be addressed, establish goals, and agree on treatment processes.
• Counseling the client utilizing specialized skills in both individual and group approaches to achieve treatment goals and objectives.
• Case management activities that bring services, agencies, people, and resources together in a planned framework of action to achieve established goals.
• Crisis intervention responses to a client's needs during acute mental, emotional, or physical distress.
• Education of clients by providing information about drug use and available services and resources.
• Referral of clients in order to meet identified needs unable to be met by the counselor and assisting the client in effectively utilizing those resources.
• Reporting and charting information about the client's assessment, treatment plan, progress, discharge summaries, and other client-related data.
• Consultation with other professionals to assure comprehensive quality care for the client.
• Make referrals to other agencies for services as necessary, such as parenting classes, budgeting, substance use, etc.
• Attends all required clinical meetings.
• Participates in regular professional development in accordance with discipline and level of skill.
• Maintains current license eligibility and/or certification status.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and ethical standards as established by Gateway Services, LLC, Virginia Department of Behavioral Health Developmental Services, Department of Medical Assistance Services, and Local Human Rights Committee.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Extensive knowledge of psychiatric disorders and substance use disorders.
• Experience in detox/substance use services.
• Knowledge of a broad range of treatment modalities.
• Knowledge of personality and/or behavior theory.
• Skills in recording, interviewing, assessing, decision making, and treatment planning.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
• Current CPR Certification and First Aid Certification.
• Must be alert at all times; pay close attention to details.

EDUCATION, UCENSURE, AND EXPERIENCE

• Registered Certified Substance Abuse Counselor.
• Degree, certification, and experience in the substance abuse field.
• Relevant experience in provision of addiction counseling services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Coursework and professional experience that Indicates knowledge of mental health counseling, group and individual psychotherapy, diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders, psychological assessment techniques, crisis intervention, and mental health consultation.
• CSAC
• Behavior management skills.
• Knowledge of psychotropic medications.
• Must submit to and receive satisfactory results from a criminal background investigation and a registry check by the Department of Social Services.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Experience:

• SUD Facilitation: 3 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chesapeake, VA 23320: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000