ADMISSIONS COORDINATOR

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION: Admissions Counselor

About Us:

Tuerk House is a non-profit behavioral health system that serves nearly 300 patients a day, regardless of their ability to pay, through an innovative, integrative model of care that encompasses all aspects of recovery. It opened its doors in 1970 in Baltimore, providing lifelong healing and recovery, transforming lives and giving hope to individuals, families, and communities. Tuerk House has also been awarded Joint Commission Accreditation, the gold standard of health care. Patients and families can have peace of mind knowing that we deliver quality, safe care! 

Join Tuerk House and make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families seeking recovery and support!

JOB SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE: 

Substance use disorder counselor trainees must demonstrate the ability to develop an open, collaborative relationship with patients. The counselor must be proficient in the performance of the 12 Core Functions of an Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor and is required to be an active participant in the program's Continuous Quality improvement efforts. Responsible for providing alcohol and drug rehabilitation by engaging the client in individual counseling.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carries a client caseload as assigned. Responsible for determining the client's strengths/weaknesses and needs to assist clients in developing a treatment plan within 7 days of admission.
• Monitors and documents assigned client's progress toward the treatment plan at least every 90 days using the treatment plan review and presenting it to the Clinical Supervisor for his/her review and signature.
• Provides alcohol and drug education in counseling sessions.
• Responsible for discharging/transferring clients according to regulation.
• Must keep client records up to date including transition planning.
• Responsible for ensuring that assigned clients are given random urinalysis according to State and Federal guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor.
• Provide crisis interventions as needed applicable to laws and direction of the Clinical Supervisor.
• Responsible for client confidentiality as regulated by Federal guidelines.
• Conduct Intake Assessments with required documentation.
• Attend weekly supervision meetings and any other supervision that is required.
• Maintain at least monthly case notes regarding treatment, urinalysis and interventions utilized.
• Responsible to adhere to confidentiality regulations and rights.
• Responsible for an up-to-date license for the position.
• All other duties assigned. 

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Must have a minimum of 15 credits in addiction counseling and Certification, licensure, or trainee status designated by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors.
• Must have Clinical Supervision experience (Required).
• Substance Use Disorder Counseling: 2 years (Required).
• Alcohol & Drug Trainee Certification (Required).
• Preferred experience in Addiction Medicine.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Have knowledge of counseling theories and ASAM
• Must be computer literate 
• Must have good time management skills
• Personal belief in recovery and the recovery process.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with staff, clients, and the public.
• High energy, flexibility, and strong interpersonal skills to work effectively within a team.
• Ability to engage clients flexibly based on their individual needs.
• Respect for and maintenance of professional boundaries with all individuals.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Proficiency in reading, understanding, and speaking English.

Background: This position requires successful background and drug test completion