Substance Abuse Counselor
Job Posting for Substance Abuse Counselor at Family Preservation Services, LLC of North...
Summary:
The practice of a certified substance abuse counselor consists of the Twelve Core Functions, including screening, intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, counseling, case management, crisis intervention, client education, report and record keeping, consultation with other professionals regarding client treatment and services, and referral to treat addictive disorder or disease and to help prevent relapse.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Work as group/individual counselor in IOP with clients/families.
- Work with LCAS who is on site 50% of time program is in operation:
- Review Comprehensive Assessment reports, with supervisory consultation, in preparation for participation in team treatment planning process to develop individualized person-centered treatment plans with measurable goals and appropriate interventions, with inclusion of professional and natural support systems in the planning and implementation process. Document on-going concerns, progress, and new issues and bring to team, along with recommended interventions, for PCP revision as needed.
- For assigned cases, share with the team leader any concerns about medication compliance, side effects and helpfulness, and communication of information to treating psychiatrists as indicated.
- For assigned cases, maintain regular contact with clients’ other resources, including communicating treatment recommendations, coordinating treatment and support services, and providing weekly progress reports either verbally or in writing for all active clients.
- In consultation with the team leader and/or supervisor, provide skills building training and other counseling as part of the participate in individual and group counseling sessions according to state service definition requirements and client’s person-centered plan, utilizing best practice treatment modalities, including strength-based motivational approaches to dealing with client resistance.
Required Licenses or Certifications required for Position:
- Valid North Carolina driver’s license with a safe driving record.
- CADC Certification
- High School Diploma
Skills and Abilities in:
- Using effective time management skills to complete required job duties
- Effective interpersonal communication skills
- Effective and timely documentation skills
- Establishing effective clinical relationships with clients and families
- Maintaining appropriate boundaries with clients, families, collaterals and other professionals
- Establishing and maintaining professional working relationships with staff and collaterals in community agencies, medical practices & facilities, etc.
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