What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drug and Alcohol Counselor position at New Perspectives Lebanon OP?
Overview:
The Drug and Alcohol Counselor will provide treatment and support to assist patients in their recovery from addictions, such as alcoholism, drug addiction, eating disorders or other behavioral problems.
About Us:
Responsibilities:
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
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New Prespectives (Lebanon) has an opportunity to hire a Drug and Alcohol Counselor to join their Amazing Team!
The Drug and Alcohol Counselor will provide treatment and support to assist patients in their recovery from addictions, such as alcoholism, drug addiction, eating disorders or other behavioral problems.
About Us:
We understand how difficult it is to take the first steps on the road to long-term recovery. Our goal at New Perspectives at White Deer Run is to help each person in our care gain the tools needed to meet their treatment and recovery goals.Located on a serene pastoral campus in historic Lebanon, Pennsylvania, New Perspectives at White Deer Run is a 40-bed inpatient rehab center for adult men and women, ages 18 and above, who are struggling with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our rehab center provides detoxification, residential rehabilitation, and thorough aftercare planning, New Perspectives at White Deer Run in Lebanon features a comprehensive continuum of services that are provided by multidisciplinary teams of experienced and dedicated treatment professionals. Individuals who choose to heal at our rehab center can expect to receive clinically sophisticated treatment that reflects the practical integrated application of the most current practices of psychotherapy, clinical care, and psychoeducation. Care at New Perspectives at White Deer Run is customized to meet the unique personal needs of the men and women of Lebanon and is delivered in an atmosphere of dignity and respect.
Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Conduct individual counseling sessions and group or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and document as required.
- May co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
- May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment for patients.
- Prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
- Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear concise manner.
- Assist with modifying problem behaviors and may also provide counseling services to families of patients.
- Act as a liaison between referral sources and patient.
- Provide crisis intervention to patient, as needed.
- May plan for aftercare for assigned patient.
- May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
- May provide case management duties for patient, ensuring individualized quality care.
- Evaluate the needs of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
- Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
- Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in social or health services field required and one or more years’ professional work experience or High School Equivalent.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Licensure or certification for counseling may be required by the state in which the facility operates.
- CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
- First aid may be required based on state or facility.
ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS: Complete or ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances
(e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.
(e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
AHMKT
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