Substance Use Disorder Professional

Summary :

Cowlitz Indian Tribe Behavioral Health (CITBH) Services Position Benefits Summary : Working for the Cowlitz Indian Tribe (CIT) comes with a competitive compensation package designed to support work-life balance. Employees enjoy separate sick and vacation accruals, comp-time, and 15 paid holidays annually, including an additional paid cultural day. Many full-time employees benefit from premium-free medical plans, fair wages with annual increase opportunities, and a meaningful career serving the Cowlitz people. CIT fosters an engaging and collaborative work environment while offering a robust total compensation package.

Position Summary : Provides substance use disorder services that incorporate a variety of strengths-based, culturally responsive interventions as a member of an integrated behavioral health team. Adheres to HIPAA and confidentiality requirements. Honors and represents the mission, vision, and values of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe (CIT) and the Health and Human Services (HHS) department.

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Duties :

• Assesses clients using a variety of instruments to determine the diagnosis, treatment motivation, relapse potential, physical health needs, mental health needs, environment, and vocational situation.
• Determines level of care and identifies potential intervention strategies that align with client needs and the individualized treatment plan.
• Conducts individual and group counseling sessions for clients and families utilizing a variety of techniques from a strengths-based perspective.
• Teaches coping skills and relapse prevention techniques.
• Adheres to guidelines and protocols established in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) and by the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM).
• Works collaboratively with community service agencies and resources to ensure access to sobriety-supportive services and promote continuity of care.
• Coordinates individual client care with referral sources, family members, and involved organizations to enhance treatment outcomes and ensure integrated support.
• Participates in the development of integrated treatment plans to address the client's recovery needs and coping strategies.
• Provides education and support to clients, family members, friends, and others involved in a person's treatment and recovery.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of treatment programs; monitors client progress; remains aware of the signs of recidivism; conducts urinalysis as needed.
• Participates as a member of the clinical care team to staff cases and review progress, hurdles, feedback, and recommendations.
• Manages client caseload ethically and in accordance with established procedures.
• Supports an inclusive environment that offers culturally responsive care and interventions that focus on holistic healing.
• Completes all required documentation in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Prepares current patient progress reports and completion notices and provides them to the courts, probation departments, state service departments, and referral sources as appropriate.
• Participates in professional development and maintains required certification(s).
• Works collaboratively in a team environment to achieve shared goals.
• Participates in meetings as requested.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Adapts to changes in safety protocols and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Work Type : Permanent, Full

Announcement # : 2025-Cowlitz-E017

Who May Apply?

All Groups of Qualified Individuals

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