Substance Use Disorders Intern

Description

Job Title:                           Substance Use Disorders Intern

Job Classification:           Non-Exempt

Supervisor:                      Program Manager SUD Services

Location:                          Virginia, MN

Wage Range/Pay Band: $18.00 - $25.00 (Pay Band 1)

Internship starting:         Fall 2025

About Our Workplace:

Range Mental Health Center is proud to be a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). The goals of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics program in MN are to 1) increase access to community-based mental health and substance use disorder services (particularly to under-served communities), 2) advance integration of behavioral health with physical health care, and 3) improve utilization of evidence-based practices on a more consistent basis.

Job Summary:

This position will report to the Program Manager or Director for Clinical Supervision during the internship. The Intern is responsible for duties and responsibilities of all Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor's at residential and/or outpatient treatment services such as leading groups and assisting in supporting clinical team.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Work with Managed Care Service Organization to obtain approval for substance use services to prospective and current people we serve per contract requirements
• Provide direct substance use services to inpatient and outpatient people under the direction and supervision of professional licensed counseling staff
• Develop individualized treatment plans with assigned people
• Document appropriate services for each assigned person in the electronic health record (CREDIBLE) 
• Participate in Range Treatment Center multidisciplinary case staff meetings
• Help promote positive interactions with staff from other agencies, the community, and within the Range Mental Health Center
• Coordinate involvement with clergy, probation, and other outside agencies/services for the people we serve when appropriate 
• Represent the Range Treatment Center and assume other functions and duties as assigned by the Program Supervisor or Director of SUD services
• Act as a liaison to other Range Mental Health Center programs with regards to Substance Use Disorder services and illnesses
• Respond to inquiries regarding substance use services either via phone, writing, or in person 
• Knowledge and understanding of all policies and procedures of each assigned worksite and seek answers to questions via communication with direct supervisor or other representative of RMHC in authority
• Must comply with all required federal and state guidelines in accordance with the Department of Labor, Department of Human Services, and Department of Health
• Other duties as assigned 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Able to formulate and prepare assessments, individual treatment plans, treatment summaries, progress notes, and other required documents in a timely fashion.
• Assertiveness sufficient to complete positions essential functions
• Able to attend to nonverbal cues 
• Able to maintain the confidentiality of interaction with the people we serve in the treatment setting and other relevant confidential information
• Able to handle sensitive situations in a calm, professional manner.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks with sufficient flexibility to meet demands in a fluid and changing environment
• Ability to operate accurately a computer, keyboard, and mouse
• Able to facilitate group interactions between people that are directed at therapeutic goals.
• Ability to handle significant daily stress 
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language 

Education and Experience:

• Participation in an accredited substance use disorders program
• Two years of freedom from substance use problems
• Philosophical approach consistent with Range Mental Health Center’s mission
• Pass a Department of Human Services background check
• CPR / First Aid certification required (training may be provided)
• Current Minnesota driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Must have knowledge of 12 step program and treatment theory
• Physical Requirements: 
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to operate a keyboard and mouse
• Ability to lift 15 pounds
• Sufficient vision to utilize a computer monitor, to inspect and monitor the physical outlay or each program, to monitor behavior and / or body language, and to inspect luggage, clothing, or packages of the people we serve
• Sufficient hearing acuity to accurately record or respond to another party both in person, on the phone, and in a group setting
• Maintain an acceptable level of cleanliness and physical appearance
• Ability to verbally communicate English in a manner that is sufficiently clear to be easily understood
• Eighteen (18) years of age or older

EOE/AA