Registered SUD Counselor I

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION:

The Registered SUD Counselor I at Tatum Psychology Employment Group provides direct client support to individuals in substance use recovery, including documentation of client care and monitoring of self-administered medication passes. This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to follow established protocols, and a commitment to professional growth. The Registered SUD Counselor I works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and does not provide medical, nursing, or therapeutic services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Client Support & Care
• Provides direct client support to individuals in substance use recovery.
• Monitors self-administered medication passes in accordance with program protocols.
• Documentation & Compliance
• Documents client care and interactions in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs other duties as may be assigned.
• Follows and supports TPEG policies and procedures.
• Works collaboratively and cooperatively with internal and external partners.
• Represents TPEG, Inc., by embodying the mission, vision and values of the organization.
• Travels occasionally during the workday and on occasional overnight stay. (Compensation for mileage, food and lodging provided.)
• Maintains regular attendance at work and company activities and demonstrates punctuality regarding deadlines.
• Displays creativity and vision in recommending new tactics and strategies.
• Expands and updates job knowledge through educational opportunities and professional learning.

The description of job functions reflects general details as necessary to describe the principal duties, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload. Employees who hold this position may be asked to perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES

• CULTURAL RESPONSIVENESS: Actively demonstrates a commitment to supporting equity and inclusion, and serves as an advocate with colleagues, partners, and communities.
• ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes responsibility and ownership for successfully accomplishing work and agency objectives, and delivering results. Sets high standards of shared performance for self and others.
• ACCURACY AND ATTENTION TO DETAIL: Ensures work is thoughtfully completed, accurate, and error-free to the highest degree possible.
• PLANNING, ORGANIZATION, AND PRIORITIZATION: Assesses the work to be performed and considers how it should be organized and accomplished, with appropriate priorities and realistic time parameters.
• RECORDKEEPING AND DOCUMENTATION: Gathers, organizes, and maintains records, following confidential information and security protocols as needed. Accurately documents relevant/essential actions, processes, and practices.
• TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals and make decisions.
• COMMUNICATION: Maintains a high standard of written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present to diverse audiences, specifically individuals of differing abilities and racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse communities.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION:?High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.??
• SKILLS:?Interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to follow protocols. Commitment to professional growth.
• OTHER?EXPERIENCE?/?SKILLS?REQUIRED: 0-1 year of experience in Substance Use Recovery, Behavioral Health, or a related field. Registered with a California-approved certifying organization (RADT, CCAPP, CADTP, or CAADE).
• Familiarity with equity and/or diversity initiatives within an organization.?
• Written and oral communication skills?sufficient?to perform essential functions.?
• Demonstrated ability?to?establish?and maintain cooperative working relationships with other staff, supervisors, managed health care clinicians, and medical/mental health professionals.??
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently and use initiative to?accomplish?complex assignments with general instruction and guidance.?
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and integrity on the job with confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.?
• Demonstrated ability to organize time and other resources to perform multiple tasks.?
• Demonstrated ability to complete work accurately and?in a timely manner?with attention to detail.?
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to provide effective team leadership.?
• Proficiency?in word processing and database and/or spreadsheet applications.?
• Physical and mental attributes sufficient to perform essential functions.?
• Demonstrated ability to recognize merit, excellence and intelligence in staff and potential employees.?
• Valid Driver's License / Clean Driving Record

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficient in English Language
• Proficient communicator

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work settings vary from offices, program sites, and stakeholder locations
• Travel modes can include the use of company or personal transportation

The physical requirements checked are essential to successfully performing the duties associated with this position.

• Sedentary work . Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files, ledgers, and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally, and other sedentary criteria are met.