Re-Entry Coordinator and Counselor - Closes 08/26/2025

Opening Date: August 12, 2025

Closing Date:  August 26, 2025

Job Title: Re-Entry Coordinator and Counselor

Salary/Wage: $29.11/ per hour

Tribal Level: TL 118.1

Location: Siletz, Oregon

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt 

Job Posting Number: 3490873

INTRODUCTION:

The incumbent serves as the Re-Entry Coordinator for the Siletz Tribal Reentry and Management (STREAM) Program. The incumbent shall be sensitive to the diversity of Indian cultures as well as have knowledge of the disease of alcoholism/substance use disorders and recidivism. The incumbent must be sensitive to gender specific and gender diversity needs and issue. Work hours will be during the standard operating hours of CTSI Monday thru Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm.and may include some evening and weekend hours.

DUTIES:

• Conduct interviews, evaluations, and formulate diagnostic impressions when licensed as a CADCI.
• Prioritize treatment plan objectives that are individualized, current, and strengths-based, including services, activities, family participation, by documenting progress, and appropriate to address identified obstacles to recovery using ASAM Placement Criteria and Indian Health Services Standards (CDMIS). 
• Establish and maintain up-to-date, accurate client case records and submit activity and service records according to ASAM and CDMIS. Enter client information into ReliaTrax or other electronic health records and/or state database. 
• Design with the client the development of an individual, mental, physical, and recreational program; skill building for independent living; and referrals to self-help groups and other service delivery.
• Work with the Peer Support Mentors to assist clients in carrying out the individualized plan.
• Make referrals to services identified in the assessment, case plan, or other community resources as appropriate.
• Serve as an advocate for clientele in obtaining social, medical, educational, or vocational services. 
• Assist individuals in aftercare planning and service delivery. 
• Be a team member; assist in the continued development and implementation of an overall comprehensive behavioral health program.
• To the extent of resources available and as clinically indicated, shall provide clients with information regarding prevention; education and referrals to community and tribal services; and various private, civic, local or governmental agencies/groups. 
• Communicate and coordinate with Lincoln County Treatment courts to maximize services for participants. 
• Continuously improve the business processes used in the department and the electronic data system so that it meets the needs of the department to ensure accurate health care service reporting and billing.
• Provide individual and group skill building for independent living, physical, and recreational activities.
• Maintain up-to-date client records according to Indian Health Service, state, and program standards.
• Participate with treatment teams in behavioral health and medicated assisted treatment (MAT) to support progress in Individual Services and Support Plans including in weekly staff meetings to discuss clients or other issues.  
• Attend weekly Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) staff meetings to discuss mutual clients, assisting with coordinated care for dual Behavioral Health/MAT clients. 
• Collect, observe, and enter UAs as needed.
• Interview and provide intakes for individuals applying for services. 
• Prepare and complete program reports, including input of data into tribal and/or state software systems, as appropriate.
• Communicate and coordinate with Lincoln County Treatment courts to maximize services for participants.
• Communicate and coordinate with State and Local correctional services including Oregon Department of Corrections, Local Parole and Probation Offices, and other organizations to maximize services for participants and program development. 
• Assist in efforts to secure additional funding.
• Other duties, as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or GED with two years’ experience in a human service – related capacity, OR – an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Must become certified within 18-months as a certified Counselor through the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO). Upon successful completion of certification as a CADC I, incumbent will increase to a TL 119.1.

Knowledge of:

• Group dynamics and demonstrated ability to facilitate and coordinate educational and process groups.
• Treatment of substance-related disorders including client evaluation and individual, group, family, and other counseling techniques; program policies and procedures for client case management and record keeping; and accountability for recording information in the files assigned to them.

Experience in:

• Planning and budgeting, data collection and reporting.  
• Managing budgets and coordinating services to maximize financial resources.

Ability to:

• Work with a wide variety of people, and communicate effectively with program staff, clients, and the community.  
• Demonstrate cultural competency in direct service, within the organization, and in program planning and development.
• Network effectively with Tribal and community agencies and the multidisciplinary team.
• Facilitate and coordinate resident meetings, utilizing knowledge of group dynamics.
• Become licensed as a CADC I through MHACBO and maintain certification while in this position.
• Plan, budget, perform data collection, and reporting for Re-Entry.

Other:

• Must be able to pass a mandatory drug screening and have an acceptable background investigation.
• Must have first Aid and CPR or obtain within 90-days of hire.  
• Must be able to work a varied schedule, which may include some evening and weekend hours.
• Must possess a valid Oregon State driver's license, insurance and be eligible to drive a GSA vehicle.
• Must be able to adhere to confidentiality of information as defined in the CTSI Personnel Manual and federal law.
• Must adhere to state and federal child abuse reporting laws.