Chemical Dependency Counselor (Bilingual English and Spanish)

Our Mission : Lutheran Community Services Northwest partners with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.

About Us Lutheran Community Services Northwest is a non-profit human services agency that improves lives of people in communities throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho.

We provide a wide variety of services to adults, adolescents, children, families, schools and communities. We are privileged to touch lives of all ages, cultures and faiths.

MISSION IMPACT : All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice, and hope.

The Bilingual English / Spanish Chemical Dependency Counselor functions as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide low-barrier, culturally sensitive substance use disorder (SUD) treatment services to individuals.

Services are often directed to support specific populations such as : refugee, immigrant, BIPOC and other traditionally marginalized communities in the Washington and Multnomah County area.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Focus on evidence-based service delivery, while remaining trauma-informed and working through a culturally responsive lens.
• Direct services including but not limited to : screenings and / or assessments in accordance with ASAM and DSM-5TR guidelines to achieve or rule out a substance use diagnosis and inform on treatment plans.
• Formulate individualized, goal focused, and collaborative treatment plans for individuals enrolled in services. Facilitate group therapy, individual counseling, case management and referrals as needed.
• Complete clinical documentation with a focus on timeliness and accurately in order to identify client progress, demonstrate the benefit of services to the individuals served and capture information according to internal policies, regulating agencies and payor’s standards.
• Work collaboratively and effectively as part of a diverse team to promote the shared values of Health, Justice and Hope, for the clients, their communities, and LCSNW.
• Work to support your clients in navigating a network of internal and external partners, including referral sources, criminal justice involved, DHS / child welfare, payors, and other community-based agencies while maintaining HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 guidelines.
• Maintain clinical certifications / licenses in accordance with ethical, professional, and educational standards. It is expected that the incumbent be proficient in applicable and updated / relevant counseling theories and modalities.
• Maintains an effective case load with at least a 50% utilization goals. May include other duties as assigned to support the program

REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Service (or closely related / transferable field), Associate Degree in Addictions Studies / Counseling or equivalent life experience required.
• Previous experience providing substance use disorder or social services to culturally diverse clients.
• Credentials : Must meet State of Oregon OAR / MHACBO and requirements for a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor CADC I / II (or national equivalency NCAC I / II)
• Ability to work well under pressure and work effectively in a multicultural setting, demonstrating excellent organizational skills and interpersonal skills.
• General experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
• Transportation : This position requires minimal travel outside of the designated location.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to read, write, and speak in English and Spanish
• Clearance : Standard LCSNW criminal clearance, including national sex offender, ORCHARDS, SAM / OIG

ROLE(S) : Role-specific expectations for this job are outlined as follows.

Team Member. All LCSNW team members are responsible for upholding and encouraging LCSNW values : compassion, integrity, interdependence, inclusion, and stewardship;

communicating openly and effectively; building collaborative relationships in balance with working independently; and strictly adhering to confidentiality and HIPAA standards.

The Perks : We offer a full benefits package with options for medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage; employer-paid short and long-term disability, as well as life insurance.

Vacation includes up to 2 weeks in the first year. Up to 2 weeks of Sick leave for you or to take care of your immediate family (based on hours worked).

12 Paid Holidays plus 2 Floating Holidays each year. A 403(b) Retirement plan, with employer matching after meeting eligibility requirements.

Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to help and support you. Staff potentially eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness program as a 501(c) 3 employer.

We thank all candidates in advance for their interest in joining the Lutheran Community Services Northwest team. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

LUTHERAN COMMUNITY SERVICES NORTHWEST IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND COMMITTED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCY.

Other details

• Job Family LCS Multilingual
• Pay Type Hourly
30+ days ago