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Substance Use Assessor

Lehigh Valley Drug and Alcohol Intake Unit
Easton, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/17/2025 CLOSED ON 4/4/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Use Assessor position at Lehigh Valley Drug and Alcohol Intake Unit?

*Duties and Responsibilities include: THIS IS A PER-DIEM POSITION, REIMBURSED AT $60.00 PER ASSESSMENT.

1. Conduct professional evaluative interview

2. Determining Level of Care utilizing the ASAM criteria

3. Obtaining preauthorization for treatment services as needed

4. Referral to treatment and/or Certified Recovery Specialist if applicable

5. Recording and analyzing current situational data and outline actions taken properly

6. Reporting diagnostic summary to appropriate agent (this summary must be documented)

7. Complete all pertinent paperwork on a timely basis

8. Maintain positive communications with referral agents

9. Keeping up with pertinent research in the Substance Use field (pharmacology, screening, techniques, knowledge of treatment providers, funding options)

10. Knowledge of office, county, and state policies and procedures;

11. Adhere to said procedures and perform all other duties as required

12. Attend the total hours of Assessment function training in the following areas:

a. Addiction 101-6 hours

b. Confidentiality-6 hours

c. Practical Application of Confidentiality Laws and Regulations-3 hours

d. Case Management Overview-6 hours

e. Screening and Assessment-6 hours

f. ASAM

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $60.00 per hour

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

  • Associate (Required)

Experience:

  • Substance Use Disorder: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Can you work in office (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60

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