Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Job TitleThis position is responsible for providing quality intake and referral services, group and individual counseling, case management, and transfer/discharge services.Duties And ResponsibilitiesCoordinate seamless intake, referral, and transfer/discharge processes between STARS programs, and with outside agencies and referral sources.Collaborate with multidisciplinary team, community professionals, and community agencies to ensure continuity of care.Perform other duties as assigned or within program scope including individual and group treatment services and development of service plans for STARS Outpatient Precontemplation track.Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records of all services as determined by WA State WAC and as outlined in STARS organizational policies and procedures.Work to uphold organizational values and beliefs, using evidenced-based, person-centered practices when delivering services to program participants.Performs other related duties as assigned by management.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis job has no supervisory responsibilities.QualificationsMaster's Degree (MA) or equivalent, or four to ten years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Certificates, licenses and registrations required: LMHC, LMHCA, LICSW, or LICSWA; SUDP/T (preferred), CPR/First AidComputer skills required: Microsoft Office Suite; EHR software.Other Skills RequiredKnowledge of and experience with case management, service referral, and available community behavioral health resources.Experienced SUD counselor for full range of SUD treatment services.Knowledge and experience with ASAM LOC and Decision-making rulesKnowledge of HIPAA and 42-CFRAbility to communicate effectively and sensitively with culturally and economically diverse populations.CompetenciesEthics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.RequirementsOccasionally required to stand.Occasionally required to walk.Frequently required to sit.Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.Continually required to talk or hear.Occasionally exposed to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials.While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision; distance vision; color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception and ability to adjust focus.