In this role, you'll make a difference in the lives of people with substance abuse challenges, and often with co-occurring conditions. You'll use and grow your skills in compassionate care, crisis intervention and de-escalation, in a supportive and inclusive work environment. You'll have the opportunity provide our community with substance abuse treatment to help people who are just discovering possibilities in their journey, going from a place of hopelessness to a place where they are valued an... more details
JOB TITLE:Lead Substance Use Counselor IV LOCATION: Cherry Hill Detoxification Services
How can you make a difference in people’s lives? In this role, you’ll make a difference in the lives of people with substance abuse challenges, and often with co-occurring conditions. You’ll use and grow your skills in compassionate care, crisis intervention and de-escalation, in a supportive and inclusive work environment. You’ll have the opportunity provide our community with substance abuse treatment to help people who are just discovering possibilities in their journey, going from a place of hopelessness to a place where they are valued and have the potential for a better life.
This position is responsible for collaborating with the Program Manager on creating a welcoming atmosphere for incoming clients, monitoring, and preparing them for continued treatment in the broader system of care. Position will perform intakes/admissions, treatment plans, monitoring of client’s progress, maintaining documentation per organization’s guidelines, discharges, and resources to assist the client in finding appropriate ongoing services as well as oversee the activities of other staff and provide guidance when needed.
Responsibilities: • Ensure daily census requirements are being met by performing client admissions, transfers, assessments, referrals, and discharges daily • Communicate daily with Clinical Supervisor and Program Manager to ensure services are being delivered in alignment with department policy • Maintain a positive, welcoming approach with all incoming and present clients at the Detoxification Center • Perform ASAM screening and assessment at intake • Performs vitals sign patient self-monitoring tasks as needed to ensure clients fall within established safe stabilization guidelines. • Perform initial screening/assessment, recovery and treatment planning/problem list and individual check-in with clients to ensure goals are being achieved • Provide daily recovery plan meeting with clients to update Detoxification and referral progress. • Reconcile daily logs, rosters, and other census information to ensure daily census accuracy • Develop initial ongoing ASAM-informed referral and discharge planning with clients • Meet weekly for group clinical supervision • Inputs data into HSI’s Electronic Health Record System (EHR) and/or the EHR platform of the County funder • Witness client self-administration of medication ensuring accurate record is maintained in the medication tracker and EHR. • Maintain a basic knowledge of medications used by clients • Daily monitoring and maintenance of client EHR for errors, correcting and updating • Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all staff members and community organizations • Coordinate with program Case Manager to ensure referral mechanisms are properly engaged to maximize post-discharge treatment • Maintain attendance and punctuality to perform duties as scheduled • Attend all staff meetings and required agency meetings unless excused • Responsible for always maintaining a clean environment • Responsible for informing Program Manager of perceived household, environmental, participant, and personal needs when appropriate • Drive program vehicle when necessary • Confer with staff and other individuals in agency regarding participants • Perform any other duties as assigned • Performs withdrawal assessment scoring duties to ensure clients fall within established safe stabilization guidelines • Facilitate Education and Process groups when scheduled to do so. • Responsible for supervising meal preparation and, when necessary, preparing and serving meals • Adheres to confidentiality requirements as governed by HIPAA and 42 CFR
Lead Activities:
Have a comprehensive understanding of policies, procedures, and best practice to provide support and assist in training team members
Support and Lead during on site crisis's between clients and/or other staff members
Manage and communicate all shift debriefs, crossovers and incidents to Program Manager and Clinical Supervisor
Oversee the meal and rest period schedule to ensure staff are timely
Notify Program Manager of staff absence and assist in finding coverage.
What will make you successful in this role?
Client Focus – Gains insight into client needs, quickly establishes rapport and relationships using evidence based practices, provides compassionate and empathic client care to all program participants
Problem Solving – uses logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions…looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answer.
Being Resilient- Rebounds from setbacks faced in a high stress environment. Handles and manages crises effectively. Maintains stability when faced with conflict.
Interpersonal Communication- delivers effective communication with a wide range of audiences. Addresses miscommunication quickly and appropriately. Conveys information clearly.
What else is required?
Technical Training or Knowledge
Certification with Substance Use state certifying body in California (CAADE/CCAPP/CADTP), or registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as an AMFT or ASW.
Excellent computer skills, knowledge of data capture and data input into Electronic Health Records.
Knowledge of alcohol and drug addiction (‘Substance Use Disorder’)
Knowledge of social model detox concepts
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Valid California driver’s license with a good driving record and car insurance.
Current CPR/First Aid certificate desirable.
Background Check/drug testing required at time of hire.
Current flu vaccine/flu shot.
The California Department of Public Health has required that all staff in healthcare organization receive the COVID 19 and boosted. Our organization is a healthcare organization and will abide by this mandate.
TB Test
Experience
Experience working with customers or clients that feel overwhelmed or in a crisis (crisis intervention).
Experience working with diverse populations and cultures.
Experience working with customers or clients with co-occurring disorders and disabilities.
Familiar with intakes, discharges, and treatment plans.
Minimum of 1-year supervisory experience or progressive responsibilities.
Compensation and Benefits We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time and part time employees over 20 hours per week.
100% of medical, dental, Life and LTD for the employee and 50% for any dependents medical and dental coverage.
PTO and Holiday pay.
Retirement benefits after 6 months of service.
Training and CEU opportunities.
And of course, the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a team of mindful, caring and passionate people at work every day!
Salary:$25.00-30.00an hour based on experience and qualifications. Available for a full-time position.
Horizon Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. https://www.horizonservices.org
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