What are the responsibilities and job description for the Addiction Counselor position at Heritage Health - Idaho?
Description
We are North Idaho’s premier provider of integrated medical, dental and behavioral health services. Our amazing care teams deliver world-class healthcare utilizing a patient directed, community-focused approach. Providing high quality, affordable Healthcare from the Heart is our passion. Our mission is to deliver a healthcare experience that provides hope, inspires change, and extends life for our patients and our community.
Top reasons to join our team:
- Our employees are mission – minded
- We are passionate about providing excellent patient care
- Community-focused
- Committed to a fun and supportive team environment
- We offer high-quality competitive employee benefits
Summary:
The Addiction Counselor is responsible for providing confidential addiction counseling, education and support to individuals, families and the community and for promoting healthy lifestyles and healthy choices.
Requirements
Minimum qualifications:
Minimum of a Master’s degree in the Behavioral Science Field from an accredited university or college. Must meet Idaho code for Qualified Substance Use Disorder Professional; computer skills necessary to maintain client charts and communication within the organization; excellent communication skills. Must be able to pass an Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Criminal History Unit enhanced background check.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Knowledge of industry standards and licensure rules and regulations.
- Participate in reciprocal feedback from counselors and clients.
- Previous experience in counseling.
- Adhere to code of ethics for licensed discipline.
- Knowledge of community resources and networking skills.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Counsel clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.
- Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information.
- Develop client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories.
- Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers.
- Interview clients, review records, and confer with other professionals to evaluate individuals' mental and physical condition and to determine their suitability for participation in a specific program.
- Review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans.
- Provide clients or family members with information about addiction issues and about available services or programs, making appropriate referrals when necessary.
- Coordinate activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agencies.
- Willingness to attend and participate in off-site meetings and/or seminars.
- Complete assessments.
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.
- Other duties as assigned.
Salary : $62,022 - $97,865
