Certified Addictions Counselor

Job Description

The Certified Addictions Counselor is responsible for providing chemical dependency services to patients under the supervision of the Program Director / Clinical Manager from the ages of 5-65+ that are congruent with the philosophy and standards of practice defined by the Nursing Department.

Also supports and maintains the program philosophy, goals, and objectives. The Certified Addiction Counselor, a member of the SUD Program Team, provides critical Addiction / Substance Use Disorder Case Management, Clinical and referral services to clients referred to MBI’s SUD Program in a manner that reflects MBI’s mission.

The Certified Addiction Counselor works with all populations served.

Responsibilities :

Maintains medical record documentation that includes CD assessments and related documents.

Attends and participates in staff report.

Interacts with patients in a purposeful and goal-directed manner. Interacts therapeutically with patients and demonstrates and understanding of basic principles of human behavior.

Verbalizes and demonstrates and awareness of the influences of behavior and personality of self and other staff on patient’s progress.

Presents lectures and leads groups as assigned.

Conducts and documents family / outside agency meetings in a timely manner according to medical records requirements

Documents a summary of patient’s progress in achieving goals and objectives weekly and at time of discharge.

Enforces PIW expectations in a non-punitive manner.

Keeps information related to patient’s identity, history, and course of treatment confidential.

Observes patient’s behavior and promptly detects behavior that may result in injury to patient and others.

Attends educational programs / classes directed towards meeting stated objectives for professional growth.

Demonstrates the ability to work with a variety of individuals regardless of racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, or sociological backgrounds.

Performs nursing interventions according to care plans, as delegated by the RN.

Observes changes in patients’ behavior and health condition and reports to RN.

Performs patient care procedures, such as vital signs, specimen collection, with technical skill, accuracy, and in a supportive manner.

Performs and ensures admission procedures are carried out efficiently and in a supportive manner.

Collects pertinent data for patient assessment.

Teaches and reinforces unit’s philosophy and regulations to patients and visitors.

Implements the hospital and unit policies regarding safety and security.

Conducts patient room checks according to unit policy, supervises patients in cafeteria, ensures appropriate procedures are followed in case of fire or fire drill, manages patient behavior and supervises groups closely to prevent injury and loss of control of patient and / or group.

Assists in organizing and implementing recreational activities for patients.

Performs all necessary tasks to facilitate delivery of nursing care on the unit, as delegated by the Nurse Manager or Charge Nurse.

Escorts patients to scheduled activities off the unit in accordance with unit policy.

Attends all company-required trainings

All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High School Diploma required

Some college preferred

Certification through DC Licensure as Addiction Counselor (CAC), Level I / II required

Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a job-related field

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Excellent time management skills

Team player

Familiar with DATAWITS software or other system for storing consumer data

Additional Information

Compensation Range : $55,000 - $57,000

MBI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including market salaries, PTO, employee perks, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, 401K Plan, 401K Matching, Employee Referral Benefits, Short-term / Long-term disability, Growth Opportunities, and more.

It is MBI Health Services policy to comply to D.C. Mayor Bowser's order issued on August 10, 2021, that all DC employees and DC Contract / Grant Agencies must get vaccinated.

MBI will also accommodate medical and religious exemptions. More information can be provided upon application acceptance.

Together, we can offer steps toward empowerment!