Counselor I

Description

General Statement : The Salvation Army is a branch part of the Christian Church and the ultimate goal of all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people.

Corps / Department : Salvation Army Clitheroe Center

Reports To : Residential Clinical Manager

FLSA Status : Full Time / 40 hours per week; Non-Exempt

Education and Work Experience :

• Bachelor's degree in human services preferred. Alaska Certification CDC I, or five years' experience in the field of substance abuse / or related field or an AA degree and two years' experience, may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of two years of experience preferred in direct service delivery in the field of substance abuse treatment.
• Must have or be able to obtain Alaska State CDCI Certification within one year from the date of hire.
• Must be able to obtain Alaska State CDCII Certification within three years from the date of hire, failure to do so may be grounds for termination.

Scope of Position / Essential Functions :

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Clinical Manager and direct supervision of the Residential Clinical Manager, Counselor I supports substance-abusing and chemically dependent clients, their families, and significant others in developing skills to live a clean and sober, emotionally stable lifestyle by providing and comprehensively overseeing the treatment process for clients from admission to discharge.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required :

Essential Functions :

Shift Assignment and Work Location : The Clitheroe Residential programs are 24 / 7 facilities located at two separate campuses. While Clitheroe will try to accommodate staff requests for specific locations or shift assignments, the location and shifts may change due to program needs in order to maintain a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment for staff and clients. If a shift or location change must occur the staff will be informed by their supervisor within 72 hours of the needed change.

Software-related Skills : Microsoft Office Suite required; Intergy; working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.

Work Environment : The work environment is located in a Residential treatment setting. Noise level is moderate.

Language Skills : Must be able to understand, follow and give both written and oral instructions. The employee must be able to use speech and hearing for ordinary and telephone conversation.

Mathematical Skills : Must be able to perform simple calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) and apply concepts such as ratios and percentages in practical situations.

Performance Skills : Must be creative, self-motivated, organized, flexible, and possess leadership skills.

Sacred Boundaries and Protect the Mission : Must complete the online course for this area and pass the Background Check required by The Salvation Army for employment.

Physical Requirements : Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on intermittent or continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead. Ability to operate a telephone. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Ability to access and produce information from a computer. Ability to understand written information. Ability to operate a motor vehicle in darkness and during periods of inclement weather. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Acknowledgement of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army : The employee acknowledges that he / she has been informed and understands The Salvation Army's religious purpose and status as a church. The employee agrees that he / she shall do nothing to his / her relationship with The Salvation Army as an employee to undermine its religious mission. The employee agrees and understands that his / her services are a necessary part of The Army's religious purposes and his / her work related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army's religious purposes.

This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this position statement.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors of Human Services (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

Cert Chem Dep Cnslr II (preferred)

Cert Chem Dep Cnslr I (preferred)

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