Inpatient Psychiatry Addictions Counselor

University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA, United States
$43.9K-$68K a year
Full-time

The Addictions Counselor will provide individual and group counseling / therapy, recovery support, alcohol and other drug (AOD) assessment / counseling, harm reduction education, and clinical consultation.

Co-occurring mental health concerns may also be addressed as part of this role.This position will require : ADO assessment,diagnostic and ASAM evaluations,brief treatment (individual, couple or group therapy),Psychoeducational groups with addictions as a focusParticipation in clinical supervision and consultation.

Works collaboratively with psychiatric teamParticipates in interdisciplinary Meetings and Treatment planningResponsible for creating, coordinating and supporting an integrated addictions recovery and support program for identified patients of 5 East.

Documents patient care according to professional standards and departmental guidelines.Actively participates in quality improvement, program development and professional growth activities.

Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and contributes to and assists with the professional development of others.

Performs unit support activities as needed and directed by manager or designee.In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Position Compensation Range : $43,888.00 - $68,036.80 AnnualMINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducation : Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.

Master’s degree preferred.Experience : Three-five years of experience working with clients in recovery from substance use disorders and / orsubstance use counselingLicensure : Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) certification or Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC).

PHYSICAL DEMANDSJob requires frequently bending / stooping / walking. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills;

Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift / push / pull 20 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood / body fluids and infectious disease.

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.

We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.

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