Substance Abuse Counselor

Job Description

POSITION : Substance Use Counselor

SCHEDULE : Full-Time

FACILITY : Navajo County Jail

LOCATION : Holbrook, AZ

A Job Should be MORE than just a paycheck.

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest correctional health care providers. Over the past 30 years, our team of dedicated clinical professionals has helped literally millions of justice-involved patients receive life-changing medical and mental health services.

The majority of our patients come from marginalized or impoverished backgrounds. In many cases, our doctors, nurses, and behavioral health professionals represent the patient’s first experience with quality, compassionate health care.

We heal and rehabilitate thousands of incarcerated patients every day.

When you join Wexford Health, you do more than just further your career.

You also become part of a team-a family-whose mission is to care for patients that cannot care for themselves.

You change lives.

You make a difference.

If you are looking for a position that empowers you to do MORE … then look at Wexford Health.

BENEFITS :

We’re proud to offer a competitive benefits package including :

• Annual review with performance increase
• Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement saving plans
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Healthcare and dependent care spending account

POSITION SUMMARY

The Substance Use Counselor is responsible and accountable for the delivery of contracted substance use disorder services in the facilities within the Navajo County Detention Center. Primary duties include the screening and assessment of substance use disorders, assessment of appropriateness for residential treatment and implementation / oversight of a residential substance use program. The Substance Use Counselor will also work with designated Navajo County Reentry Staff to assist in coordination of aftercare services in the community.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Reviews intake screening of patients and assesses potential readiness and appropriateness for referral to the residential substance use disorder (SUD) program. Works with county staff to determine placement into the SUD program.

2. Reviews referrals received from healthcare providers, medical staff, programs staff and security staff to determine severity of need.

3. Completes screening tools for particular substance use disorders as needed.

4. Conducts assessment with referred patients to gauge the severity of an individual’s substance use and provides a comprehensive overview of an individual’s addiction-related issues.

5. Provides group therapy services focused on treatment and management of substance use disorders.

6. Coordinates the SUD Program within the Navajo County Detention Center. Ensures all tasks associated with continuity and induction MOUD services are effectively scheduled and completed :

o Screening

o Consent for participation

o Medical clearance

o Lab work and drug screening

o Inmate-Patient readiness assessment

o Group therapy

o Individual therapy, as needed

o Personal or self-help study

o Coordination of community referrals for coordination of care in concert with designated Navajo County Reentry Staff

7. Coordinates care with medical, psychiatric, and mental health providers to ensure treatment of comorbid conditions.

8. Coordinates with Navajo County staff to review admission into the program, adequate participation, and successful discharge.

9. Coordinates care with community providers and community supervision agencies, including the exchange of treatment records, communication of treatment needs and linkage of individuals with available services and support options upon release in concert with designated Navajo County Reentry Staff

10. Obtains patient signatures on any refusals for SUD services.

11. Communicates with individuals via request, triages the requests and schedules tasks within the electronic health record.

12. Coordinates discharge planning with designated Navajo County Reentry Staff.

13. Ensures and maintains the confidentiality of all medical records information and patient care information.

14. Assists in preparing periodic statistical reports and other management information system requirements.

15. Understands and complies with all state, facility and company policies, procedures and protocols related to the substance use program.

16. Meets timelines related to case management and departmental productivity guidelines.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

LICENSING : Currently licensed as Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC), Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC), or Licensed Substance Abuse Technician (LSAT). LISAC preferred.

CERTIFICATION : Current CPR certification.

EDUCATION : Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE :

–Minimum of two (2) years addictions treatment counseling preferred

–Minimum of one (1) year correctional experience preferred

EOE / M / F / D / V