Substance Use Disorder Professional III

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community‑based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID‑19 and flu vaccine organization. Substance Use Disorder Professional III - Posting #26910 Hourly Rate: $29.22 Position Summary Full‑time Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) III position for our Behavioral Health Department in Lynnwood, WA. The counselor is responsible for providing direct counseling services to patients in one‑to‑one or group format, performing assessments, evaluations, and intakes. Services are provided to adults, youth, and their families. These clients have a primary diagnosis of chemical dependency and may also have emerging mental health problems. Applicants are expected to subscribe to the disease concept of chemical dependency with the belief that total abstinence is required for ongoing recovery from alcoholism and other drug addiction. The person in this position will be required to follow other instructions and perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Demonstrates an understanding of DSM‑V and ICD‑10 as it relates to diagnosis of patients in their caseload. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan. Identifies and categorizes each patient’s age‑specific needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, or geriatric patients. Provides screening and evaluation of individuals and refers them as needed to other treatment/service programs available in the facility and in the community. Provides individual and group counseling for persons discovering and dealing with drug‑related problems and emerging mental health issues. Serves as the primary case manager for a caseload of up to 12 clients in the intensive outpatient phase and up to 30 in aftercare. Implements problem‑oriented records system, Federal/State/County reports, patient surveys, and submits them monthly to Program Manager. Maintains professional standards and follows treatment policies and procedures of the facility and applicable federal, state, and local regulations, especially WAC 388‑805 requirements. Designs, implements, and evaluates individualized treatment plans based on ASAM criteria. Coordinates and cooperates with staff or other agencies and organizations to expedite treatment for each patient and for their continuum of care. Completes all required Federal, State, County, and local forms for each patient (BECCA, CDDA). Attends regular staff meetings and in‑service trainings for clinical personnel. Maintains accurate and current records on each patient in accordance with ASAM and facility procedures. Prepares current patient progress reports, completion notices, and provides them to courts, probation departments, families and referral sources when appropriate. When assigned a SUDP Trainee, provides direct supervision and tutoring, and documents all required activities for the trainee, including reviews, signatures, dates on assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge plans and summaries. Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Program Manager or SUDP Clinical Supervisor. Classified as a Chemical Dependency Professional per WAC 388‑805‑210. Education and/or Experience Must possess the required college certificate qualifying as a SUDP and hold a Chemical Dependency Professional license from the Department of Health. Must possess at least a Bachelor’s degree. This is a senior‑level role requiring over three years of experience. Additional Requirements Must have and maintain First Aid and HIV certification. Must obtain a CPR certificate within 90 days of hire date and maintain a current CPR certificate throughout employment. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required. What We Offer Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar is more than just a job; it’s a fulfilling career with opportunities for advancement. Full‑time employees working 30 hours or more receive an excellent benefit package: Medical Vision Prescription coverage Life insurance Long‑term disability EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Paid time‑off starting at 24 days per year plus 10 paid holidays We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and opportunities to work in a culturally diverse environment. Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Sea Mar Community Health Centers