Drug and Alcohol Counselor

Job Description

Your experience matters

Willamette Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Radiology Technologist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Where We Are

McMinnville, Oregon is located amid the rolling vineyards of the Willamette Valley, midway between Portland and the coast in Yamhill County. In addition to the natural beauty and historic charm, McMinnville is a city where you can experience award-winning restaurants, a world-class aviation museum, unique art galleries, beautiful public parks, and fun-filled community events. We invite you to explore our community through these local sites.

How You'll Contribute

• The Drug and Alcohol Outreach Counselor is responsible for planning activity and initiating contacts in the community (approximately 60 mile radius surrounding the client hospital) to enhance the visibility of the service and hospital. The Service Coordinator works collaboratively with hospital administrators, providers and nursing leadership to create awareness in the community and coordinate a continuum of care for the patients with substance use disorders.
• Provide peer support to individuals with substance use and/or substance use disorders.
• Supports, and acts as a resource, for the providers and the staff that are caring for the patient as appropriate.
• Participates with community groups focused on substance use mitigation, counseling and referrals.
• Collaborates with the community focused on interventions for this population of patients, including attending networking activities.
• Assists with development and ongoing review of policies and protocols utilizing current evidence based treatment processes.
• Provides direct assessment and collects intake information in order to assist clients seeking services.
• Maintains complete records, confidentiality and tracking system.
• Adept with insurance authorizations and pre-authorization to services.
• Management of self and time in an appropriate manner.
• Communicates effectively and professionally while balancing advocacy.
• Acts as a liaison, as needed, between physicians, staff and the hospital supervisors.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary appropriate to the population and specific needs of the patient.

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED required
• CAC required (Certified Addiction Counselor)
• Self-identify as an addiction survivor well-grounded in recovery for at least (2) years
• Experience in a healthcare setting, or clinic, required

Why Choose Us:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement

Willamette Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Willamette Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.