Bilingual Substance Use Counselor

Bridgeway Community Health is currently seeking a qualified Bilingual Substance Use Counselor for Tuesday – Saturday in our growing outpatient treatment team. Bridgeway is a new kind of healthcare organization providing holistic treatment through addiction recovery, problem gambling treatment, mental health therapy, and primary medical care. Primary Purpose Primary responsibility is to build an alliance with clients by providing education and motivation to support them in making positive changes in their life and reduce the negative consequences associated with substance use and abuse. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides client-centered care utilizing evidence-based and trauma-informed services. Uses motivational interviewing techniques to establish therapeutic rapport and facilitate active engagement in services. Conducts assessment interviews using the ASAM and DSM-5. Works collaboratively with other providers to ensure services are seamless. Provides evidence-based therapeutic interventions to address identified treatment and recovery goals. Facilitates evidence-based groups. Conducts individual counseling sessions. Types and maintains timely and accurate documentation, including group notes, individual notes, status reports, as well as documenting other contacts made concerning the client. Monitors random urinalysis testing. Completes monthly status reports for all clients on caseload and facilitates sending them to providers involved with the client's care. Other Duties and Responsibilities Coordinates and maintains a working relationship with all referral sources. Attends staff meetings and works as a member of a multidisciplinary team to identify and implement quality services. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications and Experience Requires an Associate's Degree or higher in Human Services or a related field from an accredited college or university. In addition to formal education, the qualified candidate will generally have at least one to three years of drug & alcohol addiction counseling experience. CADC I or higher certification required with MHACBO. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Strong computer and time management skills. Advanced understanding of ASAM PPC-2R and DSM-5. Intermediate understanding of Oregon Administrative Rules is preferred. Must be able to pass a criminal background check. Benefits Paid Holidays Medical, Vision, and Dental Coverage 5% employer match 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (Pre & Post-Tax Options) Corporate Fitness Membership subsidy Employer-Sponsored Life, Accidental Death, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability Coverage Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan Health Savings Accounts Flexible Spending Accounts Internal Growth Opportunities Compensation Wage will depend on experience and credentials. An additional stipend is available for Spanish/English bilingual employees. About Bridgeway Community Health Our mission of helping people in our community who struggle with the symptoms of addiction to drugs, alcohol, problem gambling, and/or psychiatric illness only happens when we create an agency culture of community, mutual respect, encouragement, and desire to see each employee grow and excel. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability #J-18808-Ljbffr