Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor

Certified SUD Counselor

Certified SUD Counselor: Under the direction of the DMC Program Supervisor the Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor will provide individual and group services to the DMC Program clients. Certified SUD Counselor will conduct intakes/assessments, treatment planning, individual counseling services within scope of practice, and recovery services, up and to discharge.

Essential Functions Substance Use Disorder Counselor will provide:

• Group and individual SUD counseling services utilizing evidence based practice theory.
• Case management/care coordination services
• Facilitation in collaboration with SUD clients to develop and complete all necessary documents for treatment planning, and implementation.
• Facilitation in collaboration with SUD clients to develop and implement relapse prevention plans.
• Services in both English and Spanish as required based on clients' needs.
• Daily documentation of progress notes to capture all activities for each Drug Medi-Cal client.
• Input of client data into the designated EHR/PCNX system.
• Administration of drug tests/UA/Toxicology to Drug Medi-Cal clients while following the correct protocols and procedures.
• Meeting or exceeding 70 percent productivity as outlined by SSG.
• Documentation in accordance with established standards of care on a daily basis.
• Maintenance of boundaries, adherence to SSG’s Code of Ethics and HOPICS’ Core Values, and representation of the agency in a professional manner at meetings and community events.
• Maintenance of files/records on client services in compliance with HIPAA and CFR42 and other funding requirements for auditing purposes.
• Participation in weekly supervision (group/individual).
• Ability to work with people experiencing homelessness.
• Ability to work effectively with adults with co-occurring substance use, history of abuse, as well as mental/physical/developmental disabilities.
• Ability to work with clients from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, in Spanish to provide treatment to Spanish speaking clients.
• Ability to motivate/communicate effectively with individuals receiving SUD Counseling/Treatment.
• Participation in all required meetings, training, collaborations, and Behavioral Health Team meetings within the program and be prepared to discuss, educate, present or evaluate the nature and progress of presenting issues.
• Attend other meetings, training sessions, and seminars as needed to effectively perform duties affiliated with this position.

Secondary Functions:

• Perform other duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor, Senior Manager, Associate Director of Behavioral Health Services and/or Division Director.
• Provide support to administrative and data-related information technology department functions.
• Overtime, holiday, or weekend work is required as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Verification of Employment Eligibility and Background Check.
• 5 years of SUD Counselor work experience.
• Knowledge of DSM-V Substance Abuse Criteria.
• Knowledge of 12 step programs.
• Ability to manage group settings.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Experienced on Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must be a Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor with the approved certifying board, CAADE, CCAPP, CADTP.
• Annual TB test clearance.
• Maintain and uphold Agency mission statement, values, policies, procedures, and principles.
• Drivers license is required with the ability to show proof of valid and up to date car insurance. Reliable transportation.
• If in recovery, a minimum of three (3) years of being drug and alcohol free is MANDATORY.
• Proficient in providing substance use disorder treatment in both English and Spanish a plus.

Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions): This position will require extensive interaction with homeless individuals, individuals with severe mental and physical disabilities, the possibilities of individuals with infectious diseases, and other possible dangers associated with working in areas of high crime. You may be exposed to aggressive hostile clients. Incumbent must be ready to deal with traumas which may trigger personal trauma, must work in conjunction with other collaborative staff members, communicate with several sources including courts, Department of Children and Family Services, Law Enforcement, and other community agencies.

Physical Requirements: The incumbent typically spends time sitting, standing, typing, thinking, writing, walking, driving, listening, and speaking. Must have the ability to lift up to 25lbs.

Mental Requirements: The incumbent to be able to perform effectively under any and all of the following: unpredictable situations, crisis, constant distractions, interruptions, uncontrollable changes in priorities/ work schedules, be able to process information, think and conceptualize. You must be able to effectively deal with personal trauma that may be triggered.

Special Service for Groups is an Equal opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer.