SUD Counselor

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Positions open in Lawrence and Pittsburg Kansas

Qualified candidates are eligible for a \$500 or \$1000 sign-on

bonus!

The SUD Counselor provides approved treatment services to clients and

their families and consultation/training to program staff.

First Step at Lake View offers substance abuse treatment designed to

meet the unique needs of women, pregnant women, and women with dependent

children. Treatment interventions include: non-medical detox, short term

residential treatment, intensive outpatient services with or without

supportive housing, outpatient counseling and primary healthcare

collaboration. A licensed childcare, parenting, case management and

mental health services are integrated into the holistic treatment

program. First Step at Lake View is situated in a quiet campus setting

with large areas of green space and relaxing views from all areas of the

grounds and a high quality childrens playground. Outpatient substance

abuse or mental health counseling are offered via tele-health technology

or in office sessions.

Essential Functions

Full-time staff conducts 83, 86, or 90 direct client service hours

monthly, based on tenure; part-time staff dedicates 60% of hours worked

to direct client service\

Creates a safe client environment by performing all required security

and safety procedures\

Assists in client orientation to program rules/structure and treatment

goals\

Submits a written incident report in the event of unusual client

behavior or activity while in DCCCA's care\

Administers comprehensive drug and alcohol screenings, assessments and

evaluations to clients and assists in determining appropriate

consequences and/or learning experiences based upon test results\

Coordinates client services ranging from assessment and treatment

planning, through discharge and aftercare\

Recruits speakers, prepares presentations, obtains films and other

related materials as necessary to enhance client understanding of

presenting problems\

Identifies and makes other referrals as necessary\

Presents educational lectures to help clients develop ongoing treatment

and recovery plans\

Facilitates individual, group and family counseling sessions that

promote positive interaction, encourage group socialization, group

cohesiveness and unity among clients\

Develops and maintains professional relationships with clients at all

times\

Prioritizes identified problems that require resolutions, establishes

goals and objectives, utilizes available resources and arrives at

decisions appropriate for client treatment planning\

Aides in client decision making by promoting positive attitudes,

feelings of awareness and change and building self-esteem\

Educates, coaches and guides clients through the process of using

cognitive and behavioral skills such as thinking reports, DBT, RET, step

work, etc.\

Utilizes diagnostic interviews, behavioral observations and client

reports to assess client strengths, weaknesses as well as other areas to

be incorporated into treatment planning\

Documents treatment goals and progress and completes all required

treatment documentation including admissions and progress notes,

periodic evaluations, treatment plans, discharge summaries, continued

stay reviews, in accordance with all program and state guidelines\

Consults with staff and other professionals as necessary before

implementing recommendations to ensure quality client care\

Communicates effectively with staff and other members within the

community\

Submits information to referral sources and ancillary service providers

as requested