Substance Use Disorder Professional or Trainee

About Northwest Resources II, Inc.:

Northwest Resources II, Inc. is a behavioral health organization serving residents of Thurston and Mason Counties in Washington State. NWRII programs and services include: Inpatient and Outpatient Substance Use Disorder Treatment, Outpatient Mental Health Treatment, Psychiatric Medication Management, Primary Care services, Intensive Case Management, Housing Case Management and Jail Re-Entry Case Management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Substance Use Disorder Professional or Trainee is the agent for providing services to patients, whether on a one-to-one or on a group basis. Services are given to individuals with chemical dependency related problems and aftercare services.
• Provides up to 120 hours per month of direct counseling and case management services to patients; consisting of individual, group, family, and educational services; including assessment, counseling, and aftercare services.
• Provides direct supervision of students and volunteers when directed.
• Maintains qualification as an SUDP or SUDPT.
• Leads discussions and presents lectures and films for group sessions.
• Maintains professional standards and follows the treatment policies of the agency, and of the federal, state, and local regulations.
• Follows up on treatment programs designed for and undertaken by each patient.
• Coordinates and cooperates with the staff of other agencies and organizations in order to expedite treatment for each patient.
• Completes all of the required forms for each patient on time.
• Maintains accurate patient records on each patient in accordance with a problem oriented records system, and according to the agency’s procedure for patient records.
• Prepares current patient progress reports and completion notices and provides them to the courts, probation departments, and referral sources as appropriate.
• Participates in community educational programs on chemical dependency for the general public, professional, and industrial groups.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by Clinical Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• To be certified by Washington State Department of Health as a Substance Use Disorder Professional or Trainee.
• Not have a history of alcohol or Drug misuse for a period of three years before employment as an SUDP and not display evidence of misuse of alcohol or other drug use while an SUDP.
• Conducts self ethically and professionally at all times.
• Understands and adheres to state and federal confidentiality regulations.
• Knowledge of and culturally sensitive to the problems of the patients.
• This person must sign an oath of permanent confidentiality covering all patient-related information.
• Must be of the conviction that chemical dependency is a treatable illness and constitutes a public health problem.

~~Extensive benefit package including Medical, Dental, Paid Holidays, PTO, and 401K plan~~

To Apply: Please email resume and letter of interest or bring them to:

Attn: Joshua Black

3773 Martin Way E, Building A, Suite 107

Olympia, WA 98506

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Addiction Medicine

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Addiction counseling: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Substance Use Disorder Professional or Trainee credential (Required)

Work Location: In person