Counselor

A Safe Haven Foundation

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing substance use treatment services to individuals and groups at A Safe Haven's main campus.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develops and maintains supportive relationships with clients and provide general support and encouragement.
Responds to client personal and interpersonal issues in a professional manner uses approved de-escalation techniques.
Alerts relevant Case Managers and Program Managers about clients who are struggling or in distress.
Completes intakes and assessments utilizes the ASAM Criteria to determine the appropriate level of care.
Develops and reviews treatment plans, goals, and objectives with clients.
Enters all required client data into the agency electronic health record system (AWARDS).
Facilitates substance abuse education and treatment groups.
Provides individual substance abuse counseling.
Documents all provided services and maintains thorough and accurate records in accordance with DAD Rule 2060 and agency policies.
Completes discharge summaries for clients.
Conducts comprehensive chart reviews in preparation for annual audits.
Maintains client confidentiality according to HIPAA and organization requirements.
Completes all assigned staff trainings and courses.
Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree (MA) in social work, psychology, or criminal justice related field preferred.
Other skills required:
1. 1+ years of experience in substance use treatment.
2. Experience with criminal justice-involved men and women preferred.
3. Knowledge of general principles and approaches for providing services to clients experiencing housing insecurity, substance addiction, interpersonal trauma, and criminal justice involvement.
4. Comfortable using Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
5. Comfortable using patient health databases and completing basic data entry.
6. Ability to maintain professional composure in emotional and complex situations.
7. Maintain organized workspace and documentation.

Monday thru Friday
11 am - 7 pm

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