SUD Counselor

Overview

Provide comprehensive counseling and case management services to individuals presenting with AODA issues, including those with legal convictions.

Responsibilities

• Provide screening, assessment and document bio-psycho-social intake for new clients.
• Engage patient in treatment.
• Prepare initial treatment plans and required reviews.
• Conduct individual and group therapy.
• Participate in professional staffing and meetings as required.
• Maintain a professional and confidential relationship with patients.
• Maintain records that are in compliance with Racine County and Wisconsin regulations.
• Focus on continued quality improvement.
• Maintain required production levels.
• Provide AODA counseling in the Racine County Jail as assigned.
• Meet with assigned individuals to complete AODA Intake Assessment (including preliminary DSM-V diagnosis and treatment plan).
• Provide oral and written communication that is appropriate to the task and in accordance with agency, DHS 75 and Medicaid standards.
• Make intervention and assessment decisions using the est Practice philosophy.
• Work collaboratively with law enforcement, families, other county departments, schools, acute care services providers, and other community resources to coordinate appropriate crisis resolution and referral.
• Communicate pertinent information on a timely basis and participate in clinical supervision case reviews, staffing, and / or case planning meetings.
• Complete all necessary health care / medical and financial record documentation required to maintain complete medical and financial billing records.
• Provide crisis therapy when indicated (only appropriately credentialed staff).
• Perform other duties as assigned, including responding to an emergency event.

Supervision Received

Receives supervision from the AODA Supervisor.

Salary is based on education and experience.

Qualifications

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