Addictions Counselor

Addictions Counselor

Job Summary

Provides substance abuse assessment, education and counseling. Functions as part of the treatment team. Coordinates the services needed by the patient as prescribed by the attending psychiatrist. Provides therapy and manages course of treatment to assigned patients through various modalities. Assists with discharge planning.

Essential Functions

Group Psychotherapy :

• Conducts group according to department protocol
• Is prepared with group topics when going to group
• Educates patients about their illness and ways to improve quality of life

Individual Psychotherapy :

Addictions :

Abuse Issues :

Documentation :

Treatment Plan :

Time Management Skills :

Psychosocial Assessment :

Patient Advocacy :

Crisis Management :

Telephone Skills :

Productivity :

Age Specific :

Trans-cultural Competencies :

Performance Improvement :

Other Duties as Assigned :

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Education / Certifications

Bachelors in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or related field. Master’s degree preferred.

Licensure : CADC or LACD required.

Minimum Work Experience

1 year experience in behavioral health including internship.

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