Chemical Dependency Counselor

MISSION STATEMENT:

We say yes to people seeking help for addiction and mental health issues. We create pathways to recovery and purpose. We provide the right service at the right time, delivered by people with lived experience. We transform behavioral health systems through innovation, creativity and collaboration.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts clinical interviews and assessments; gathers information for diagnostic and treatment planning purposes. 
• Provides interventions using evidence-based techniques and methodologies approved by the department. 
• Provides individual, group therapy and collateral interventions; provides an atmosphere of trust and safety. 
• Provides crisis intervention to clients who are in apparent emotional distress.
• Provides referrals to community agencies and providers for support or additional services. 
• Assures compliance with State Regulations, legal requirements and established Borough policies and procedures related to mental health services.
• Assist patients in locating resources by contacting appropriate agencies over the phone and in person; coordinate with other agencies concerning referrals of mental health cases; arrange for hospitalization for mental patients requiring inpatient care.
• Uses a variety of diagnostic and rating tools to evaluate client progress, effectiveness of intervention and/or to assist treatment planning. 
• Participates in the development of treatment plans for clients to alleviate current areas of impairment; assures that treatment plans have problem solving objectives. Serves as service coordinator as assigned.
• Documents daily interventions provided for clients; efficiently document all billable interactions into AKAIM, utilizing DAP note formatting Participates in weekly clinical supervision and follows training guidelines and instructions as provided by the clinical supervisor. 
• Attends and participates in team meetings where current cases are reviewed; reviews cases with social and community agencies as appropriate; adheres to applicable confidentiality laws and maintain case records including agency forms, documentation sheets, and related forms concerning cases.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Combination of education, experience and licensure accepted
• Must be working toward CDC I certification; must be eligible for CDC II certification within three years upon hire.
• Experience in substance abuse or mental health field including:
• Delivering direct individual and group services.
• Conduct assessments utilizing the DSM-V and ASAM criteria.
• Create individualized treatment plans addressing mental health and substance use issues.
• Treatment team participation.
• Crisis intervention skills.
• Case management and supervision.
• Adhere to ethical guidelines of related profession.
• Maintain CEUs needed for licensure and continued professionalism.
• Establish and maintain therapeutic boundaries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and fluid use of electronic communication tools.
• Administer UAs and breathalyzers as needed.
• Participate as part of an interdisciplinary team to address clinical concerns relating to the clients.
• Receive direct supervision from the Clinical Director

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Basic understanding of mental health disorders as defined in DSM V codes.
• Basic understanding of substance abuse level of care as defined by ASAM
• Crisis intervention principles.
• Provide individual, group and family therapy sessions.
• Establish treatment plans. 

COMPETENCIES

• Working with and Advocating for Others
• Assessing Strengths and Needs
• Planning and Providing Services
• Linking to Resources
• Behaving Professionally and Ethically

FULL TIME BENEFITS

• ICHRA Coverage for Employee

• 401K Plan - 100% Match Up To 5%
  
• Life & ADD Insurance Policy 100% covered by employer
• Vision and Dental Policy 90% covered by employer
• 10 Paid Holidays a Year
• Paid Time Off Accrual
• Paid Sick Days 
• Paid Training and Credentialing 

AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT

The relationship between you and the True North Recovery Inc.  is referred to as "employment at will."  This means that your employment can be terminated at any time for any reason, with or without cause, with or without notice, by you or the True North Recovery Inc. .  No representative of True North Recovery Inc.  has authority to enter into any agreement contrary to the foregoing "employment at will" relationship. You understand that your employment is "at will," and that you acknowledge that no oral or written statements or representations regarding your employment can alter your at-will employment status.