Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor or LCAS

Job Description

Job Description

Katharos Sanctuary is a small business in Asheville, NC. We are professional, agile, and patient centered. Our goal is to to provide an integrative approach to recovery and treatment, helping people live to their fullest potential.

Katharos Sanctuary, dedicated to the well-being of the people we serve, we are seeking a compassionate individual to join our team.

Katharos Sanctuary is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor (LCAS, LCAS-a, CADC-I, or CADC) to join the team!

Licenses ( One of the following licenses below is required before hire. )

• LCAS
• LCAS-A
• CADC
• CADC-I

Skills

• Addiction counseling
• Patient care
• Intake
• Clinical counseling
• Full-time

Shift and schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Morning shift
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating Saturdays (1 per Month)

Job Description: Substance Abuse Counselor/ Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group counseling to patients assigned to caseload
• Function as a liaison with other community and law enforcement agencies to ensure
• continuity of treatment
• Complete individual chemical dependency assessment of new patients and
• reassessments as necessary.
• Complete intake forms requiring patient signature and ensure that they are updated annually
• Develop individual treatment plans based on patient needs, input, and consultation.
• Update as required based on patient’s time in treatment and individual needs
• Ensure patient confidentiality by HIPPA standards and properly complete release of information to ALL outside referrals and contacts (i.e. medical coordination, information from other facilities)
• Responsibility for all patient files, to be kept in compliance with DHHS regulations as well as the Policy and Procedures Manual. This includes protection of the file from any and all unauthorized access
• Discharge of patient is to be completed within seven (7) days of no contact or verification of transfer to another facility
• Contribute to the ongoing assessment and treatment planning process through participation in daily reports, case reviews, and treatment team meetings.
• Provide patient education in regards to the process of recovery
• Provide supportive counseling or crisis intervention services
• Participate in a program of professional development, including, but not limited to, weekly supervision and maintaining credentials as a CADC-I, CADC, or LCAS. (supervision is provided)
• Four year degree in counseling, human services, or related field or ability to attain credentials required for employment
• Driver’s license or state issued ID
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time at a desk or computer while typing or meeting with patients
• Occasional lifting/carrying of paperwork, files, or office supplies, up to 20 lbs
• Occasional kneeling/crouching and/or ability to reach lower file drawer
• Mental alertness, attention to detail, and high degree of accuracy
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Hours of operation
• 5 a.m. – 11 a.m. Monday through Friday
• 6:30 a.m. – 9 a.m. Saturday (rotating schedule)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41,600.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee Health Plan
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Rotating weekends

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

 

• Asheville, NC 28806: Relocate before starting work (Required)

 

Work Location: In person