What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed SUDP - PACT position at Kitsap Mental Health Services?
Co-Occurring Disorders Specialist – PACT – Full-Time
Hiring Range: $26.89 - $33.61 Per Hour
Additional $2.00/Hr PACT Differential
$3,000 Sign On Bonus*
SUDP License Required
Benefits:
- Comprehensive and generous health, dental and vision benefits
- Up to 19 days of PTO, 2 mental health days and 10 paid holidays your first year (pro-rated for part-time)
- Company paid short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
- Student loan payment assistance and extensive training
- An incredible team approach that is dynamic and collaborative
Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Co-Occurring Disorders Specialist to join our PACT team. If you want a unique opportunity to contribute to substance use and mental health treatment for our clients and promote recovery and well-being in our community, apply today!
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide treatment coordination services for an assigned group of clients.
- Collaboratively develop, write, implement, evaluate, and revise overall treatment goals and plans with the client and the Individual Treatment Team (ITT).
- Utilize Cognitive Behavioral approaches, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Informed Care approaches, and stage-wise treatment strategies.
- Intervene and motivate clients for change while providing comprehensive case management services.
- Educate and support clients' families and advocate for clients' rights and preferences.
- Consult with families and community agencies to maintain coordination in the treatment process.
- Participate in PACT Comprehensive Assessment process for assigned clients.
- Document client progress promptly according to established policies and procedures.
- Support clients in reducing or abstaining from substance use and teach replacement behaviors.
- Provide psychiatric rehabilitation services and assist clients in building skills for independent living.
Minimum Qualifications:
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health field.
EXPERIENCE: Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle report and reliable, insured transportation.
Significant experience working with clients with co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse disorders.
LICENSURE: Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration.
Current licensure as a Substance Use Disorder Professional.
Preferred Qualifications:
EXPERIENCE: Specialist (minimum 5 years of job-related experience)
Experience working with clients with chronic mental illness in a community mental health setting.
*A sign-on bonus is a form of compensation for a new employee in addition to their established salary
Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.
Salary : $27 - $34
