Chemical Dependency Counselor

Employment Type : Full timeShift : Description : ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Completes initial and ongoing substance abuse assessments to determine diagnosis, level of care, etc.

utilizing the American Society of Addiction Medicine Patient Placement Criteria (ASAM).Performs a comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment to analyze and synthesize the client’s status and addresses the client’s strengths, problems, and areas of clinical concern.

On an ongoing basis assesses client needs / strengths, behaviors, and progress toward desired outcomes. Specifically monitors client progress in areas of recovery, personal growth, self- sufficiency, living skills, etc.

Determines need for outside professional evaluations (e.g., mental health), and independently refers to appropriate care providers, agencies, etc.

as needed.Facilitates the admission process utilizing a compassionate and empathetic manner to ensure all clients entering the program feel welcome, appreciated and understood.

Helps ensure all clients feel a focus on collaboration and engagement from the very beginning of their involvement with House of Mercy.

Develops treatment plans in accordance with program requirements, state regulations, etc. and communicates pertinent treatment plan information to others as needed.

Updates and revises client treatment goals / objectives on a regular basis consistent with House of Mercy and regulatory expectations.

Establishes rapport and develops a therapeutic relationship with assigned clients. Provides counseling services in individual and group sessions.

Therapeutic efforts are primarily directed towards addressing issues related to recovery, self-esteem, self-sufficiency, and grief.

Maintains appropriate professional boundaries with all persons involved.Serves as a case manager where appropriate.Provides crisis intervention and conflict resolution assistance.

Responds to volatile situations by mediating to resolve issues and to model appropriate intervention and problem solving techniques.

Conducts recovery related educational sessions and groups providing information and instruction for clients, their family members, and community groups as appropriate.

Collaborates with all involved parties to ensure continuity and maximum effectiveness of care / services provided.Collaborates with the client to develop a comprehensive discharge plan that addresses continuing care needs, appropriate aftercareservices, etc.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS : Participates in House of Mercy’s Performance Quality Improvement Process.Participates in public relations and customer service related activities to insure that the services delivered meet or exceed the expectations of community / referral sources, favorably promote House of Mercy as a quality provider of care, and enable House of Mercy to make timely / strategic alterations in treatment offerings consistent with consumer needs and desires.

Prepares and distributes required reports and other documentation of services according to House of Mercy policies and procedures, applicable laws, regulations and licensing requirements.

Responsible for the maintenance of client files. Assures all needed releases of information and other paperwork are present in the file and up-to-date.

Promptly requests new or additional information and paperwork as needed.Maintains an awareness of applicable laws, regulations and licensing requirements as they relate to client related documentation.

Assumes accountability for providing appropriate documentation of all counseling sessions, significant incident occurrences, phone conversations, etc.

consistent with applicable regulatory requirements.Assists the Director in the development of programs and / or curriculum, as directed.

Attends meetings and training sessions as required.MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED : High School Diploma or GED, required.

Bachelor’s degree in the behavioral sciences, preferred.Previous experience working with chemically dependent and at-risk clientele,including a thorough understanding of chemical dependency treatment concepts, psychosocial assessment, application of chemical dependency diagnosis, provision of therapeutic chemical dependency treatment interventions, facilitation of therapeutic groups, etc.

preferred.CADC certification is requiredat the time of hire.Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within thirty days of employment.

Ability to understand medical terminology and communicate effectively with healthcare professionals.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation.

Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve.

Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states.

Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes.

We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability / veteran