Substance Use Counselor - Women's House

Wellspring Residential Programs

JOB DESCRIPTION - SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR 

Supervised by: Residential Director 

Hours: 40 per week

Qualifications:

        Minimum credential of a CADC, or be eligible to obtain the CADC within six months. LADC preferred

• Knowledge of substance abuse and co-occurring disorders – characteristics, assessment, and treatment.
• Personal characteristics of maturity and professionalism with a sincere desire to work with recovering individuals.
• Basic computer skills in word processing, e-mail, and Internet use. 
• Access to transportation.

Key Result Areas:

• Provides comprehensive services for clients through competencies (knowledge and skills) in the 12 core functions and Sanctuary Model.
• Has a therapeutic approach of being empathetic, respectful, and motivational, while encouraging clients to take responsibility for their lives.
• Is able to work well with others and actively participates as part of the treatment team.  
• Demonstrates high professional and ethical standards. 
• Acts as a positive role model, providing clients with guidance and support. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Screening – Conduct interviews and assessments for residential applicants.
• Intake – Conduct initial assessment and complete required documentation at admission.
• Orientation – Describe the residential program and treatment to new clients.
• Assessment – Gather data from the client and other sources; analyze and interpret the data to identify client strengths, weaknesses, and needs.
• Treatment Planning – Collaborate with the client to develop treatment plans, identifying and prioritizing problems, goals, and treatment methods.
• Counseling – Provide individual, family, and group counseling.
• Education – Provide clients and their families with information about substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, treatment, recovery, and resources.
• Crisis management – Respond to client needs during extreme distress or emergencies including after hours on-call coverage.
• Case Management – Coordinate with clients and resources to focus on identified needs and goals.
• Referral – Identify client needs that can’t be met at Wellspring and assist client to use community resources and support systems.
• Consultation – Relate with professionals on client treatment and services to assure comprehensive care.
• Record Keeping – Maintain accurate and up-to-date counseling records.
• Monitor the self-administration of medications in accordance with doctors’ orders and established policies.
• Facilitate the maintenance of a group living atmosphere conducive to rehabilitation.
• Monitor the safety and security of clients and the facility.
• Maintain client confidentiality and high ethical and professional standards.

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• Prepare for and participate in individual and group supervision, case review, and clinical staff meetings
• Report to work promptly at assigned hours and submit accurate time sheets to the program director.
• Meet continuing education and other requirements to maintain professional licenses related to the position.  
• Perform other duties as delegated by the program, clinical, or executive director. 

PERFORMANCE FACTORS: