Counselor

The Counselor is responsible for gathering data, documenting problems, and establishing a course of treatment. Provides direct addiction treatment services to adult patients and family members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following and other duties as assigned :

• Provide individual and group counseling to patients assigned to caseload. May provide telehealth counseling as needed.
• Direct training groups and seminars. Provide therapeutic leadership in group counseling sessions.
• Function as a liaison with other community-based agencies and law enforcement agencies to ensure continuity of treatment (referrals) and compliance with legal obligations.
• Complete individual chemical dependency assessment of new patients, ensuring accuracy and completion of all required forms.
• Develop an individual treatment plan (ITP) for the new patient within the established time frame, verified by the patient's signature.
• Update new patient charts within established time frames, ensuring treatment plans reflect current problems / goals.
• Work with medical staff in securing urine samples for monthly urinalysis and document results in the patient's chart.
• Engage in Diversion Control through execution of random bottle recalls.
• Provide necessary forms to the Medical Director for special requests regarding medications.
• Ensure patient confidentiality is protected in compliance with regulations.
• Maintain all assigned patient files in compliance with DHHS regulations and the Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Complete discharge of a patient from the program within seven (7) days from the date of discharge.
• Contribute to ongoing assessment and treatment planning through participation in daily reports, case reviews, and treatment teams.
• Provide patient education relating to chemical dependency and the process of recovery.
• Offer supportive counseling or crisis intervention services as necessary.
• Provide education and public information regarding opioid treatment programs.
• Participate in professional development and maintain professional credentials.
• Engage in Continuing Quality Improvement and report on assigned CQI monitors.
• Fill in at other clinics as needed.

Job Requirements

Job Standards / Minimum Qualifications : Two-year degree in counseling or a related field, or experience in another field of similar experience, or must be licensed LCDC or LCDC-I. Must have a valid driver's license or state-issued ID.

Physical Requirements

Mental Requirements

The position requires constant mental alertness, attention to detail, and a high degree of accuracy in completing all assignments. Must be able to follow oral and written instructions and follow through on all assignments.

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