Addiction Counselor

SEAFIELD SERVICES INC; Village of Westhampton Beach (NY); On-site; USD 28,929 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off Policy

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Basic Group Life AD&D Insurance (No Cost)

Retirement Program (401k)

8 Paid Holidays

Reimbursement for Professional Development Expenses

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A healthcare provider seeks a Full Time Licensed Qualified Health Professional to provide substance abuse treatment in Westhampton Beach, NY. Responsibilities include group and individual counseling, designing and implementing treatment plans, and maintaining client records. The ideal candidate must have at least one year of relevant experience and be proficient in using an EMR system. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• 1 year of full-time paid experience in substance abuse treatment.
• Licensed as a Qualified Health Professional.
• Proficient in computer usage including EMR System.

Responsibilities

• Provide group counseling to an assigned caseload.
• Design and implement treatment plans.
• Maintain contact with referral sources and conduct discharge planning.
• Complete required documentation in the EMR.

Skills

Intake

Screening & Assessment

Referral

Crisis Intervention

Individual Counseling

Group Counseling

Family Counseling

Client Education

Education

Licensed Qualified Health Professional (CASAC, LCSW, LMSW, LMHC)

Tools

EMR System

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Full Time Position: $21.00-$38.00hr

Benefits Available for Full Time Employees:

• Generous Paid Time Off Policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Basic Group Life AD&D Insurance (No Cost)
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Other Voluntary Benefits
• Reimbursement for Professional Development Expenses
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Program (401k)
• 8 Paid Holidays

MAIN FUNCTION:

• To be responsible for the direct treatment of an assigned caseload of clients who are addicted to alcohol or any other mood altering substances.
• User role(s) information systems access as assigned, where applicable
• This position is classified as Essential for emergency closure purposes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides group counseling to an assigned caseload.
• Provides individual counseling as clinically necessary.
• Designs and implements treatment plans and treatment plan reviews.
• Generates referral source progress reports.
• Conducts lectures, seminars, workshops, and taskoriented groups.
• Maintains contact with referral sources, including EAP’s, probation, parole and outpatient treatment providers, etc.
• Initiates Discharge Planning and makes appropriate referrals when necessary.
• Participates in all scheduled Case Conferencing and Discharge Planning meetings for treatment review of clients.
• Attends biweekly individual supervision and bi-weekly group supervision.
• Participates in staff meetings.
• Completes all required consent for release of information forms.
• Conduct Peer Review monthly.
• Enter progress notes and other clinical documentation as needed into the EMR.
• Responsible for approving qualified family members for attendance in the Family Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

• Intake, Screening & Assessment
• Referral
• Treatment Planning & Review
• Group Counseling
• Individual Counseling
• Family Counseling
• Case Management
• Client Education
• Reporting & Record Keeping
• EMR Documentation
• Proficient in computer usage including EMR System, Microsoft Outlook and other information systems.
• Crisis Intervention
• Individual Therapy
• Group Therapy
• Mental Status Exam
• Consultation with other Professionals
• Age Specific Clinical Skills – Adolescent
• Age Specific Clinical Skills Geriatric

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensed Qualified Health Professional (CASAC, LCSW, LMSW, LMHC), plus one year of full-time paid experience in substance abuse treatment.