What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Abuse Counselor position at Genesis House?
Job description Position Overview : Seeking Full Time Substance Abuse Counselor.
This is a clinical position involving the engagement of clientele in a out-patient therapeutic relationship with the goal of fostering cognitive and behavioral change to improve overall client functioning.
Qualifications for the position : Bachelor's degree in an approved human service related field preferred.
1 year of clinical experience within a drug and alcohol setting preferred.
Full certification as an addictions counselor (CADC / CAADC) preferred but not required, Master's degree preferred but not required, Professional License or License eligible preferred but not required (ie : LSW, LCSW, LPC).
Conduct intake screening / assessments and make appropriate treatment recommendations based on ASAM level of care assessment; including but not limited to referrals to inpatient treatment level of care, community services or applicable resources or treatment as identified by biopsychosocial assessment.
Schedule and conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions in person or via electronic platform.
Participate in clinical consultations with treatment team on a weekly basis.
Coordinate clinical treatment with referral sources.
Complete all required case management as set by company policy and funding source requirements.
Facilitate communication that may include communication between billing, Utilization review, Accounting and Clinical departments with the organization.
Represent agency within the community in a professional manner.
Collect co-pay, deductibles, and co-insurance payments, record and submit to Accounting department.
Other duties as assigned by Clinical Director.
Must be able to operate a computer, fax machine, telephone system, and video equipment.
BENEFITS : Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance (also Supplemental Life, Accident and Cancer Insurance) Vacation / Sick / Personal leave accrued at 120 hours per year (15 days or 10 hrs.
per month) Company Match 401k Retirement Plan in addition to discretionary 401k company contributions on your behalf after six months (12) Paid Holiday schedule Life Insurance ($10,000) Employee Referral Bonus Maternity Leave, Parental, Family Leave and Bereavement Leave Military Leave Paid Jury Duty Flexible medical and dependent daycare spending accounts Short Term Long Term Disability Paid Professional Certifications / Licenses Paid approved professional development / mandated trainings Travel and Mileage Reimbursement Safe Harbor (up to 12 weeks) 75% Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,500 per year Salary increases are merit based #IND123
Salary : $2,500
