Counselor AD - Full-time

div h4Job Details/h4 divstrongLevel/strong: nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;Entry/div divstrongJob Location/strong: nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;Gresham, OR/div divstrongPosition Type/strong: nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;Full Time/div divstrongEducation Level/strong: nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;Not Specified/div divstrongSalary Range/strong: nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;$23.20 - $23.20 Hourly/div divstrongTravel Percentage/strong: nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;Negligible/div divstrongJob Shift/strong: nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;Day/div divstrongJob Category/strong: nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;Clinical/div /div h4 Residential Counselor/h4pnbsp;/p pstronguSUMMARY/u/strongstrong:nbsp; /strongThe Counselor provides introductory counseling, behavior management and case management to patients in alcohol and drug treatment programs, focusing primarily on the development of recovery tools and skill building. nbsp;nbsp;/p pnbsp;/p p style="margin-right:-48px"stronguESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:/u/strongstrongnbsp; /strong/p ul style="list-style-type:square" liCarry caseload of patients and engage in treatment planning.nbsp; Plan and implement patient interventions.nbsp; Provide individual / group counseling and skills training as outlined in service plan and per productivity expectations./li liDepending on site, may contribute to assessment and diagnosis of patients as part of a multi-disciplinary team and with supervisory review and approval.nbsp;/li liUse a strength-based and motivational approach in counseling patients.nbsp; Monitor and track patient progress; implement outreach efforts to maintain patientrsquo;s engagement in treatment process./li liAssist in planning and carry out procedures to address safety of patients, staff and community./li lispan style="color:black"Provide supportive case management services as needed and required by the treatment plan. Case management services include coordination of care activities, assistance with housing and employment or vocational tasks, advocacy, resource acquisition, and other similar activities designated or assigned./span/li liMay coordinate services such as insurance re-authorization or attend community meetings as directed./li liDocument service delivery at the time of service and in a manner that communicates an accurate reflection of service provision, assessment, and plan of care./li liAdhere to regulatory requirements and maintain professional, ethical and behavioral standards of conduct, especially during critical periods./li liDepending on the CODA site, may administer and observe patient urinalysis (UA); document results.nbsp; May also oversee and maintain medication administration procedures to ensure standards are upheld./li liMaintain clean and safe physical environment./li liTravel to attend trainings and other meetings./li liAchieve outcomes using methods that align with CODArsquo;s mission and values:nbsp;/li /ul ul style="list-style-type:circle" lispan style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"Communicate accurately and positively about recovery and the use of evidence-based treatments.nbsp; /span/li lispan style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"Use data and science to identify barriers, overcome obstacles, and inform decisions./span/li lispan style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"Be financially responsible; avoid waste, document accurately, seek new opportunities to serve.nbsp; /span/li lispan style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"Demonstrate compassion and respect for others./span/li /ul p style="margin-left:34px; margin-right:-48px"nbsp;/p p style="margin-right:-48px"stronguSECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:nbsp; /u/strong/p ul style="list-style-type:square" linbsp;Provide coverage for other positions on a short-term basis as needed./li /ul pstrongnbsp; /strong/p pstronguSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:/u/strong/p pnbsp;/p pThis position has no supervisory responsibilities./p pnbsp;/p pstronguREQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:/u/strong/p ul style="list-style-type:square" liA two year degree or significant coursework towards a two year degree program in an addictions-related field./li liMinimum of 6 months related clinical experience in Aamp;D or related allied health field as a member of a clinical work team responsible for patient care./li /ul pnbsp;/p pstronguCOMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:/u/strong/p ul style="list-style-type:square" liAbility to facilitate the development of and clientrsquo;s engagement in treatment and basic life skills associated with recovery./li liAbility to assess patient needs and establish linkage between patients and resources in a coordinated, effective, and efficient manner./li liDemonstrated ability to understand the addiction professionalrsquo;s obligations to adhere to ethical and behavioral standards of conduct in the helping relationship./li liAssist the client in identifying the effect of substance use on his or her current life problems and the effects of continued harmful use or abuse./li liDemonstrate knowledge of accepted principles of client record management./li liCounselors working with Criminal Justice patients must demonstrate competency in criminogenic assessment tools, the principles of effective interventions for offenders, the Sanctuary Model, and must pass the credentialing assessment for Criminal Justice privileges within 3 months of hire./li liAbility to maintain professional communications and boundaries while managing complex situations and interacting with individuals diagnosed with substance use or co-occurring conditions./li liAbility to utilize both oral and written communications skills to effectively communicate with patients, co-workers, community resources, supervisors, and various other individuals encountered in the course of performing work while maintaining patient confidentiality and establishing professional rapport./li liAbility to operate a computer, utilize basic MS Office programs, and effectively navigate and maintain patient records in an electronic medical records system.nbsp;/li /ul h4Qualifications/h4brp style="margin-right:-48px"stronguSECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:nbsp; /u/strong/p ul style="list-style-type:square" linbsp;Provide coverage for other positions on a short-term basis as needed./li /ul pstrongnbsp; /strong/p pstronguSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:/u/strong/p pnbsp;/p pThis position has no supervisory responsibilities./p pnbsp;/p pstronguREQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:/u/strong/p ul style="list-style-type:square" liA two year degree or significant coursework towards a two year degree program in an addictions-related field./li liMinimum of 6 months related clinical experience in Aamp;D or related allied health field as a member of a clinical work team responsible for patient care./li /ul pnbsp;/p pstronguCOMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:/u/strong/p ul style="list-style-type:square" liAbility to facilitate the development of and clientrsquo;s engagement in treatment and basic life skills associated with recovery./li liAbility to assess patient needs and establish linkage between patients and resources in a coordinated, effective, and efficient manner./li liDemonstrated ability to understand the addiction professionalrsquo;s obligations to adhere to ethical and behavioral standards of conduct in the helping relationship./li liAssist the client in identifying the effect of substance use on his or her current life problems and the effects of continued harmful use or abuse./li liDemonstrate knowledge of accepted principles of client record management./li liCounselors working with Criminal Justice patients must demonstrate competency in criminogenic assessment tools, the principles of effective interventions for offenders, the Sanctuary Model, and must pass the credentialing assessment for Criminal Justice privileges within 3 months of hire./li liAbility to maintain professional communications and boundaries while managing complex situations and interacting with individuals diagnosed with substance use or co-occurring conditions./li liAbility to utilize both oral and written communications skills to effectively communicate with patients, co-workers, community resources, supervisors, and various other individuals encountered in the course of performing work while maintaining patient confidentiality and establishing professional rapport./li liAbility to operate a computer, utilize basic MS Office programs, and effectively navigate and maintain patient records in an electronic medical records system.nbsp;/li /ul pnbsp;/p pstronguREQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:/u/strong/p ul style="list-style-type:square" liAttain CADC-R status within 30 days of hire (if not already in possession of CADC-R or higher)/li liMust continually be working toward CADC-1 certification and receive certification within 2 years of hire./li liBasic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to acquire within 90 days of hire./li liCrisis Prevention certification (such as CPI) within 90 days of hire./li liA valid Oregon or Washington driverrsquo;s license./li /ul pnbsp;/p