DEN IOP Coordinator

Location 415 Church Street,Building E, Suite 10,Huntsville, AL, 35801,United States Base Pay $23.94 - $34.46 / Hour Employee Type FT Non-Exempt Required Degree Masters Manage Others No Contact information Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io Description This position will facilitate the in-house IOP program for Thrive Alabama. Requirements Qualified applicant must have a master's degree in social work, counseling, or other behavioral health field and be eligible for one of the following: (1) licensure in the State of Alabama as a professional counselor, licensed master social worker,; or (2) a substance abuse counselor certification credential from the Alabama Association of Addiction Counselors, National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors, or Alabama Alcohol and Drug Association, must acquire certification within 1 year. Administrative experience preferred, including program quality assurance. Summary In conjunction with Den Liaison or other assigned staff, plan and facilitate individual, family and group therapy in the Den Intensive Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment Program (Den IOP) utilizing the Matrix Model, an intensive outpatient treatment approach that consists of relapse-prevention groups, education groups, and social-support groups. Serve as primary group therapist for participants admitted to the Den intensive outpatient substance abuse treatment program, including planning and implementing groups using an evidence-based perspective such as the MATRIX Model. Document in a timely manner all interventions with Den IOP clients, including group progress notes, assessments, treatment plans, treatment plan reviews, individual progress notes, family progress notes, and referral-related progress notes. Make sure that there is staff coverage for all DEN IOP times in the event of call out or scheduled vacation for both Coordinator and Liaison positions. Responsibilities 5. Conduct intakes (ASSERTS, ACES, GPRAs, Intake Paperwork) for the Den Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) as assigned. 6. Assist with creation and implementation of ASAM placement assessments and assist Director in review of same. 7. In conjunction with the Director of Behavioral Health and the Case Manager, ensure that treatment plans and treatment plan reviews with Den IOP clients are implemented and updated as needed. 8. Assist Den Case Liaison with implementation of drug screening of Den IOP clients and any related counseling. 10. Ensure that all Den IOP clients receive a TB screening prior to entry into the Den IOP, in collaboration with the Linkage Coordinator and the Clinical Director. Coordinate HIV, HCV other screenings for Den IOP clients with Den Liaison or Health Education staff. Document responses and results. Build a network of substance abuse, mental health, or co-occurring treatment referral sources by partnering (i.e., physically meeting, fostering relationships, and establishing MOAs/MOUs) with community providers throughout Thrive Alabama's 12-county service area. Coordinate advocacy for any Den clients or potential clients referred by the county mental health or drug courts, including documentation of interactions with clients and court staff. Assist Director of Behavioral Health with coordination of DEN outreach activities, to promote awareness of DEN IOP. Ensure appropriate referrals of clients to additional resources, both internally and within the community, to address unmet needs. Support a robust alumni program, including on-site AA/NA meetings and including facilitating the training of Den IOP graduates as Peer Support Specialists for the Den IOP. Coordinate pre-approved client outings and training courses to enhance clients' recovery; coordinate a schedule of Den IOP presentations with community experts, in consultation with Den Director and Den Liaison. Present in an area of expertise, such as substance abuse recovery or motivational interviewing, at the local, regional, or national level, upon request and with supervisory approval. Collaborate with Drug Court and Mental Health Courts, Probation and Parole Departments, and Den IOP staff by communicating results of drug screenings of clients by various stakeholders. Review, report and document client progress in Den IOP monthly during Den IOP staff meetings, for each Den client and ensure appropriate referrals are made for Den clients, including appropriate release of information signed. Secure Thrive Alabama buildings and property during shift and at close of shift; upon completion of Den IOP activities, secure building doors and arm building for security purposes and ensure maintenance of confidentiality of client records. Perform crisis intervention and provide evidence-based trauma-informed care as needed. Provide telehealth services to individuals and groups as needed. Provide trauma-informed care to Den IOP clients as needed and facilitate a Trauma Informed Care program, along with development of coping skills and relapse prevention strategies. Assist Director with administrative duties as assigned, including performance improvement, chart monitoring, grant applications, grant reports, and state certification by ADMH. Assist Director with coordination of Den IOP related activities with clients, staff, and community partners. All other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 1. Knowledge of the concepts and principles of substance abuse assessment and treatment, mental illness assessment and treatment and co-occurring disorders (COD) assessment and treatment. 2. Knowledge of the correctional and criminal justice system and staff, to allow effective partnership on behalf of clients with Drug Court, Mental Health Court, and Probation and Parole. 3. Knowledge and skills related to stages of individual and group counseling, to facilitate clients' ability to reach treatment goals and objectives. 4. Knowledge and skills related to creating, implementing, and assessing progress of clients toward their treatment plans and goals. 5. Knowledge of evidence-based and community-based approaches to recovery from substance abuse and Co-occurring disorders (CBT, motivational interviewing, 12-step approaches). 6. Knowledge and skills related to trauma informed care for individuals coping with substance abuse disorders, mental illnesses, and co-occurring disorders. 7. Knowledge related to human development over the individual and family life span, as it applies to healing from trauma, substance abuse, and CODs. 8. Ardent desire to work with minority populations, including young, minority men who have sex with men (MSM) and persons who identify as LGBTQ. 9. Ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with people from diverse ethno-cultural backgrounds, lifestyles, sexual orientations, gender identities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, socioeconomic classes, etc.) 10. Knowledge and skills regarding effective and ethical provision of telehealth services in behavioral health. 11. Strong written and verbal communication skills. 12. Knowledge and skills regarding multi-tasking and time management to meet program goals. 13. Knowledge and skills regarding quality and performance improvement of substance abuse disorder services. 14. Ability to operate a vehicle and willingness to travel throughout a 12-county service area. 15. Ability to lift and carry a minimum of thirty pounds, sit for extended periods of time, and walk between office buildings. #J-18808-Ljbffr Thrive Alabama