Outreach Specialist jobs in Canton, OH

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

This employee will assist patients and families through the process of recovery from substance use disorders and other addictions. The employee will work closely with a variety of clinicians, licensed social workers, and administrative staff to provide patients with education/counseling as an adjunct to medication-assisted treatment. Participates in and may provide input on the development of various opioid awareness, intervention, and prevention programs. Employee may be required to staff other Addiction Outreach Clinic (AOC) locations as needed. Performs other related duties as required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Each applicant must be at least 18 years of age and possess a High School Diploma or GED. The applicant must also be minimally certified as a Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant I (CDCA I). After a minimum of ten months the employee must complete the application to advance to a Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant II (CDCA II). CDCA II certification must be maintained and renewed every two years.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

(Illustrative only - Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.)

Conducts individual and group counseling sessions to assess client/patient physical and mental health needs; identifies, researches, and analyzes information provided by client(s) within various awareness, prevention, and intervention programs including, violence, substance abuse, life skills, child abuse, and general health programs
Coordinates, organizes, and plans presentations for community groups, health professionals, and employees; answers questions and provides information to the public
Obtains and maintains files of data from outside agencies; conducts a variety of research studies and investigations; develops and recommends modifications to programs, policies, and procedures
Assists those contacted in the course of duty in an effective, efficient, and professional manner
Perform related duties as assigned

Assesses and documents pertinent information regarding patient sobriety and works with the patient to gather their drug use history relating to any problems with substance use disorders

Provides information to the team for treatment planning and helps the patient identify the problems that are in need of resolution

Discusses with the Supervisor and develops an agreed upon treatment process by establishing short and long-term treatment goals for the patient

Works closely with management to determine the resources available to address the treatment needs of the patient.

Join our team of dedicated professionals and make a positive impact on the lives of individuals struggling with chemical dependency. Apply today!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Medical specialties:

• Addiction Medicine
• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

License/Certification:

• Chemical Dependency Counselor Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person