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Residential Treatment Counselor- Women's Program
Residential Treatment Counselor- Women's ProgramCommunity & Family Resources • Des Moines, IA, United States
Residential Treatment Counselor- Women's Program

Residential Treatment Counselor- Women's Program

Community & Family Resources • Des Moines, IA, United States
4 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Community and Family Resources is currently seeking a Counselor provider substance abuse and gambling treatment services to the patients on our Adult Women's Residential Unit.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Intake / assessment :

Assists clients in completion of necessary assessment forms / documents.

  • Conducts individual assessment sessions for completion of psychosocial histories of clients.
  • Participates with Program Supervisor in development of recommendations for clients.
  • Prepares and distributes assessment results, reports, etc. as required and requested.
  • Assists in other assessment processes as required and requested.
  • Support services :
  • Assists individuals and families in the intervention process through educational and planning sessions and, when feasible, participates in the interventions.

  • Maintains appropriate client and pre-client case records.
  • Provides clients and families with referral resources for the services not provided by the agency or when agency services are inappropriate.
  • Provides training for agency staff in areas of own expertise.
  • Treatment services :
  • Provides client orientation to treatment services.

  • Assists in the development, coordination, and evaluation of treatment program.
  • Conducts individual and family sessions consistent with treatment plans.
  • Develops and coordinates individual treatment plans with client, Program Director, and referral sources.
  • Facilitates groups as required and provides follow-up services.
  • May be asked to act as Program Supervisor’s designee in interviewing each client before admission in order to preview all intake data with client.
  • Community education and prevention :
  • Participates in coordination of community awareness programs concerning substance use and problem gambling.

  • Provides community education about substance use and problem gambling when consistent with program philosophy and personal expertise.
  • Schedule :

  • Type : Full-time
  • Tuesday-Saturday- Counselor- 9a-5p w / 1- late night (11a-7p)  OR  Sunday-Thursday- Counselor – 9a-5p w / 1- late night (11a-7p)
  • Education and Experience Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited educational institution, preferably in the social or behavioral sciences is required. Three years of experience as a full-time substance use and / or gambling treatment counselor can be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's or Master's degree.
  • CADC or IADC in Iowa or state that has reciprocity or be seeking a certification. Upon hire, is a requirement of the position that the employee will seek certification as a Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADC) and subsequently as an International Alcohol & Drug Counselor (IADC), as soon as the person can meet the qualifications per the Iowa Board of Certification standards.
  • Required Knowledge and Abilities :

  • Knowledge of the theories, principles, and techniques of substance use and problem gambling treatment.
  • Knowledge of the psychosocial aspects of substance use and problem gambling.
  • Knowledge of the principles or recording and report writing.
  • Knowledge of 42CFR and how it applies to Community & Family Resources.
  • Knowledge of HIPAA rules and regulations.
  • Knowledge of CARF and IDPH licensure standards.
  • Knowledge of public / private welfare, health care, and substance use / gambling treatment agencies available in the area served by the agency.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, regularly, and fluently in English; bilingual (English / Spanish) abilities are preferred but not required.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to speak effectively before groups of clients or agency employees.
  • Ability to apply previous experience and training to the provision of problem gambling and substance use treatment services.
  • Ability to establish good working relationship with clients and staff,
  • Ability to secure appropriate information by direct and collateral interviews,
  • Ability to analyze problems presented, to bring agency / community resources to bear within policies and regulations, and to develop and implement effective courses of action.
  • Skill in client evaluation, therapeutic planning, and integrating best practices into the therapeutic milieu.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time.
  • Ability to diffuse and manage stressful events personally and professionally.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate Quality Assurance practices within the department.
  • Ability to use a computer including internet software, spreadsheet software, word-processing software, and electronic health record.
  • Benefits :

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • IPERS retirement benefit
  • Optional 401K
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Generous PTO (20 days accrued in your first year)
  • 9 paid holidays
  • Paid trainings and CEU opportunities
  • Public Student Loan Forgiveness employer
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Various discounts including tuition fees at partner schools, travel, cell phone plans, and more!
  • Application Process :

    Candidates interested in applying should submit an application and resume. Candidates will be required to complete a background check,  ( Observed) drug screen, and TB test prior to starting employment.

    Equal Opportunity Employer : Community and Family Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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