Drug and Alcohol Counselor II

Y-Haven provides temporary housing and drug and alcohol treatment to adults in Cuyahoga County who are most in need. Formed in 1993 by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland, Y-Haven has helped thousands recover from addiction, secure permanent housing, and re-build their lives. Y-Haven offers healing and hope.POSITION SUMMARY : Provide individual counseling, group counseling and case management services to individuals with Substance Use Disorders (SUD) so they may achieve sustained remission from SUD, restore and increase healthy social connections, obtain stable income and permanent housing, and reduce their risk of homelessness. As a Level II Case Counselor also conduct diagnostic assessments, review and sign off on Level I Case Counselors notes, and provide them with mentoring and support. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Provide individual counseling, outpatient group counseling, intensive outpatient group counseling, and case management to homeless individuals with substance use disorders.
• Provide individual counseling and case management to a case load of program participants.
• Facilitate Outpatient Group Counseling and Intensive Outpatient Group Counseling.
• Record all service activities by entering progress notes in the Y-Haven Electronic Medical Record.
• Establish and maintain regular collaborative relationships with social service organizations and programs that residents may utilize for employment, housing, continuing recovery and other needs.
• Participate in daily team meetings, quality assurance meetings, in-service trainings and coordination meetings.
• Coordinate with Clinical Director on all critical clinical issues.
• Conduct Diagnostic Assessments.
• Review and sign off on Level I Case Counselor Notes.
• Provide mentoring to Level I Case Counselors.
• Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS : Education :
• Bachelor's Degree RequiredExperience :
• Must have at least 2 years' experience in SUD Counseling.Certification(s) & Requirements :
• Minimum License : LCDCIII (Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor III), LSW (Licensed Social Worker), LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor).
• CPR and First Aid certification and Safety training required within 30 days of hire.
• Must be free from sanctions or exclusions from the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and the State of Ohio Department of Medicaid.Technical Skills and Knowledge :
• Bilingual (Spanish / English) preferred, but not required
• Proven ability to meet minimum productivity requirements.
• Must have successful experience facilitating SUD group counseling.
• Must have extensive knowledge of Substance Use Disorders and other issues affecting the
• Proven ability to meet minimum productivity requirements.
• Must have successful experience facilitating SUD group counseling.
• Must have extensive knowledge of Substance Use Disorders and other issues affecting the homeless population.
• Must have basic computer skills, using Microsoft Office applications.
• Should have working knowledge of OHMAS, CARF and VA program compliance standards.
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission, cause of the YMCA, and uphold its values and ethics.
• Ability to work effectively work with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions
• Willingness and ability to be a mandated reporter for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and neglect. All employees are required to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process : completion of Suspected Child Abuse / Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services (696-Kids) and notifying your immediate supervisor, branch executive, risk management and human resources department (s).WORK ENVIRONMENT :
• The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work.)DISCLAIMER : The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any timeAbout YMCA of Greater Cleveland : At the Y, our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. That's why we offer an exceptional package that includes : A free membership to your local YMCA and discount to YMCA programs including childcare (part-time positions do not receive discount on childcare).Additional employee discounts at many places in and around town, just for being a YMCA of Greater Cleveland employee.Eligible employees receive comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Plan, Retirement 8% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland and paid vacation.