Substance Abuse Counselor

Universal Health Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Washington, DC is seeking a dedicated professional to provide chemical dependency services to patients aged 5-65+. The ideal candidate will ensure the highest standards of care and medical documentation while maintaining patient confidentiality. Responsibilities include interacting with patients therapeutically, conducting family meetings, and thoroughly documenting patient progress. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant counseling certifications, and significant experience in behavioral health settings.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma; bachelor's degree preferred in human services.
• Three or more years of experience as an addictions counselor is needed.
• Experience in facilitating clinical/SUD groups is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain medical record documentation including assessments.
• Interact therapeutically with patients to support their recovery.
• Conduct and document family meetings and patient care plans.

Skills

Experience in mental/behavioral health as an addictions counselor

Facilitation of clinical/SUD groups

Effective communication

Working knowledge of community-based support groups

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in human services or related field

Certified Addictions Counselor Level I or II

Current CPR/BLS

Tools

Electronic Medical Record

Microsoft Office Suite

Zoom

CRISP

Job description

Responsibilities

Psychiatric Institute Of Washginton is a 130-bed facility with inpatient, outpatient and partial hospitalization programs. Excellence in behavioral health programs for children, adolescents and adults has been the mission of The Psychiatric Institute of Washington since it opened nearly 50 years ago. As the first and only free standing psychiatric care facilities in Washington, DC, our team has a reputation for providing innovative treatment and care. We strive for excellence, never losing sight of providing patients with hope – hope that although their stay is relatively brief, they may find their way to a brighter future

Position Summary: Responsible for providing chemical dependency services to patients under the supervision of the Manager – Chemical Dependency Services from the ages of 5-65+ that are congruent with the philosophy and standards of practice.

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintains medical record documentation that includes CD assessments and related documents. Attends and participates in staff report
• Interacts with patients in a purposeful and goal-directed manner. Interacts therapeutically with patients and demonstrates an understanding of basic principles of human behavior
• Verbalizes and demonstrates an awareness of the influences of behavior and personality of self and other staff on patient’s progress
• Presents lectures and leads groups as assigned
• Conducts and documents family/outside agency meetings in a timely manner according to medical records requirements
• Documents a summary of patient’s progress in achieving goals and objectives weekly and at time of discharge
• Keeps information related to patient’s identity, history, and course of treatment confidential
• Observes patient’s behavior and promptly detects behavior that may result in injury to patient and others
• Performs interventions according to care plans, as delegated by the RN
• Observes changes in patients’ behavior and health condition and reports to RN
• Performs patient care procedures, such as vital signs, specimen collection, with technical skill, accuracy, and in a supportive manner
• Performs and ensures admission procedures are carried out efficiently and in a supportive manner. Collects pertinent data for patient assessment
• Interacts with patients in a purposeful and goal-directed manner. Interacts therapeutically with patients and demonstrates an understanding of basic principles of human behavior

Who we are:

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune500 corporation, annual revenues were $11.6 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2020, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500; and listed #330 in Forbes ranking of U.S.’ Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

Education and License

• High School Diploma, required
• Bachelor's Degree in human services or related field, preferred
• Certified Addictions Counselor Level I or II
• Current CPR/BLS

Experience and Skills

• Three or more years of experience in mental/behavioral health as an addictions counselor
• Experience facilitation clinical/SUD groups and providing sound therapeutic interventions
• Working knowledge of community-based support groups; and providing direct service
• Experience with treatment plans, hospital admission procedures, and orientating new patients
• Effectively communicates with patients, family members and clinical staff
• Experience using an Electronic Medical Record
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom and CRISP

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EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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