Admissions Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

Position open at our Bimini residential treatment program for men and women. This position is responsible for admissions, intake, and orientation of new residents’ admission into the program.

This position may be asked to perform the core functions of a Counselor as assigned and when needed. Functions may include but are not limited to screening, intake, assessment, orientation, counseling (individual, group, family), treatment planning, and documentation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Role model appropriate healthy and ethical behaviors in all interactions, including HIPAA and Confidentiality standards.
• Conduct assessments and screenings for potential candidates for admission.
• Facilitate the delivery of treatment services through the intake and admissions process.
• Facilitate full utilization of service units, including Case Management, as directed by the supervisor.
• Document the services provided according to standards set by the Agency and applicable County, State, and Federal regulations.

Documentation should be clear, concise, and completed in a timely manner.

• Familiarity and adherence to all regulatory expectations and ethical standards and Agency policies and procedures, including the Agency’s Core Beliefs.
• Maintain constructive relationships with family members, community members and organizations, human services agencies, and other professionals.

Minimum requirements

• Current Substance Use counselor registration or certification with a State approved certification agency
• Non-smoker preferred .
• Knowledge of 12-Step programs and / or philosophy.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certifications.

Company Description

Social Model Recovery Systems (a non-profit 501(c)3 California corporation) provides direct treatment services (at 11 locations in Los Angeles County) for those whose lives have become unmanageable due to alcohol and other drug use and / or whose mental health issues are interfering with leading productive lives.

Thousands of individuals have found help in our programs since 1987. We know that ultimately recovery is a personal choice, but we here at Social Model Recovery Systems are here to assist you in your steps to a healthier lifestyle.

Social Model Recovery Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company Description

Social Model Recovery Systems (a non-profit 501(c)3 California corporation) provides direct treatment services (at 11 locations in Los Angeles County) for those whose lives have become unmanageable due to alcohol and other drug use and / or whose mental health issues are interfering with leading productive lives.

Thousands of individuals have found help in our programs since 1987. We know that ultimately recovery is a personal choice, but we here at Social Model Recovery Systems are here to assist you in your steps to a healthier lifestyle.

r n r nSocial Model Recovery Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.