Addiction Counselor, at Layman Recover Center

Substance Abuse Counselor:

Job Summary

This position is a residential rehabilitation program, located in Alfred, Maine, called Layman Way. The program will offer 12 beds for men and 12 beds for women. The substance abuse counselor will provide intake, assessment, treatment planning, individual and group counseling. Two counselors will be hired, both full time, Tuesday-Saturday, and Sunday-Thursday to provide programming on weekends as well as during the week.

Responsibilities and Duties

Screening, intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, individual and group counseling. Will carry a caseload of 12, alongside the other full time counselor. Will provide oversight of daily activities in the program, support recovery efforts, invite family and peer support engagement. Will utilize electronic systems like email, scanning, minor data entry work. Will coordinate care and provide case consultation.

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: The primary role of the Residential Rehabilitation Counselor is providing individual and group counseling services, full bio-psycho social assessments, substance use disorder diagnosis (as permitted by licensure), treatment planning and treatment recommendations for individual with substance abuse and/or co-occurring disorders. This position works Sunday-Thursday, primarily, 8am-4pm, or Tuesday through Saturday, 8am-4pm.

The cooperative relationship between YCSP, the District Attorney’s Office and York County Government has defined the parameters of this program. Individuals found eligible for the residential rehab program are those who have been recently involved with law enforcement and placed under arrest. The root cause of the arrest can be found in the chemical dependency problem the individual has. In lieu of incarceration, individuals are screened and admitted into the residential rehab program, where they will spend 3-6 months in treatment.

This position will have an assigned case load of up to 12 individuals, both male and female, who are residents of the program. This positon will work closely with the case manager in navigating the treatment experience for the individual and ensuring all needs are being met. Counselor is required to provide multiple groups per week, individual counseling sessions, detailed progress notes, individualized treatment plans, treatment plan reviews, attendance at team meetings, engagement with community partners, and formulating recommendations for the individuals on their case load.

The position is accountable to all Agency policy and procedures, licensure requirements and standards of compliance. This position reports to the Clinical Supervisor and is classified as an Exempt regular full-time position.

DUTIES:

· Review client cases as assigned for thorough documentation and file completion

· Complete Bio-Psycho-Social assessment and develops a treatment plan to address substance use or co-occurring disorders

· Provide direct care and treatment for individuals, families, and groups-conduct multiple groups per week, in conjunction with the other counselor on staff, maintaining group logs and group note, ensuring compliance with treatment schedule

· Completes individualized treatment plan on all residents assigned to case load, conducts monthly formal reviews of progress, documenting such in client record

· Engage in close coordination with the case manager in identification of necessary resources in order to attain goals as specified on the treatment plan

· Monitor and report in team meetings residents’ progress in attaining their goals

· Maintain client files as they relate to their treatment plan and in accordance with licensure standards

· Delivers the “Family Matters” program as directed on weekends for concerned family members/loved ones of those in treatment

· Attend scheduled interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, including court appointments, engaging with probation officer, communicating to concerned persons

· Ensure compliance with licensure requirements for agency and personally. Receives clinical supervision on a regular basis according to licensure certification requirements (1 Hour per week).

· Pursues an enriched and diversified professional growth and education plan as developed in conjunction with your clinical supervisor

· Participate in continuous improvement of programs and services for the agency, serving on various committees, task forces, and community endeavors as directed

· Reports units delivered via client unit log or other tracking mechanism

· Perform on-call duties, as well as assists in client emergencies as needed

· Demonstrate open and honest problem and conflict resolution skills

· Present and performs in a professional manner at all times

· All other related duties as required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/HAZARDS:

· This position requires walking, standing, sitting, bending, as well as lifting boxes and manipulation of equipment. It requires contact with clients/residents, volunteers, agency staff, and the public.

· This position may result in exposure to biomedical hazards (i.e. infectious disease and body waste/discharge) and contact with clients/residents who may at times in the course of their recovery become agitated and/or physically aggressive toward staff and others.

· Transportation of clients in personal and Agency vehicles is likely

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS:

· Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the theories, techniques, and practices of substance abuse treatment, and co-occurring integrated treatment approaches.

· Competent in providing thorough assessments and assisting individuals in setting both short and long term goals relating to their presenting issues.

· Comprehensive knowledge of community programs, agencies and organizations.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, their families, fellow employees and colleagues, and community groups.

· Excellent interpersonal and writing skills required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

· Bachelor’s Degree in human services preferred

· CADC certified required

· LADC preferred

· 5 years’ experience working in substance abuse treatment, with residential treatment experience a plus

· Must have or be able to secure CPR, First Aid Certification within 6 months of hire

· Gender specific training a plus

· Trauma informed care training a plus

· Training in motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral counseling required

Qualifications and Skills

See requirements under responsibilities and duties above

Benefits

· employer sponsored health insurance

· dental & vision insurance

· employer sponsored company life insurance

. optional life & STD insurance

· paid time off (holiday, vacation, sick)

Job Type: Exempt, Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees and volunteers at YCSP must provide proof of COVID-19 Vaccination(s) and Booster before employment begins.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• CADC (Required)
• LADC preferred (Preferred)
• Maine Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location