Substance Abuse Counselor

Job Opportunities

Under the direction of the Behavioral Health Division Manager, the Substance Abuse Counselor shall conduct comprehensive substance abuse treatment appropriate for designated individuals and groups, and provide counseling and follow-up services for those with substance use and related disorders.

Duties :

• Screens, assesses and evaluates clients for substance abuse and co-occurring disorders by using case history, observation, and chemical dependency / mental health assessment tools;
• Provides direct counseling and referral services for clients;
• Develops individual treatment, intervention, recovery and discharge plans;
• Provides individual and / or group psycho educational therapy which may include but is not limited to : relapse intervention prevention, medication education, relationship building, DUI education / prevention, communication skills, problem solving and other techniques deploying culturally based interventions such as the 12-step, White Bison, Red Road, and Medicine Wheel Teachings;
• Provides referrals / assists clients seeking funding for residential inpatient programs, completion of court orders and referrals, court evaluations and other outside agencies;
• Participates in community outreach activities, provide alcohol drug abuse related in service education to other tribal programs and the RSIC community;
• Coordinates and manages reintegration of clients into their community, work, and family lives;
• Manages and monitors caseload and required documentation using computerized record maintenance system (EHR);
• Maintain clinical record keeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug, & Gambling Counselors;
• Coordinates clients' needs with RSIC Human Services and Tribal Court departments;
• Prepares all required reports and other documents as required and assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications : Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree (LADC) or a Bachelor's Degree (CADC) in psychology or other clinical or mental health related field with at least two (2) years of professional experience in a substance abuse prevention, detection, and / or counseling program; Nevada State Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug, and Gambling Counselor licensure or certification, (LADC or CADC) at the time of hire, with good standing; Twenty-one (21) or older at the time of hire and eligible for participation in the RSIC Vehicle Insurance Program; Must Have a Valid Driver's License; Ability to work occasional weekends and evenings to interact with clients, families, and other resources; Moderate to advanced computer skills at time of hire; and Ability to communicate successfully in English in both verbally and written form.

Special Requirements

PLEASE NOTE : Hiring preference will be given to qualified members of the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony followed by other federally recognized tribal members. Reno-Sparks Indian Colony requires designated candidates to successfully complete a pre-employment criminal background check, drug screen, and professional reference confirmation. Must pass and comply with the HR Policy 164.905- PL101.630-Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Protection Act.

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