LifeWorks NW
Chemical Dependency Counselor, On Call, #867
LifeWorks NW, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Chemical Dependency Counselor, On Call, #867
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LifeWorks NW The Chemical Dependency Counselor, On Call
provides substance abuse treatment services in an outpatient setting. Responsible for assessment, treatment planning, provision of counseling (individual, family, and group) services, urinalysis, consultation with care providers and coordination of multiple service providers for his/her assigned client caseload; and for keeping accurate, timely records. Location: This position is based out of LifeWorks NW's King site. Pay: $23.92 starting hourly pay Essential Responsibilities
Responsible for client evaluation including initial intake interview, formulating a substance abuse diagnosis, identifying appropriate treatment services. Collect information about individuals or clients, using interviews, case histories, observational techniques, urinalysis, and other assessment methods. Analyze data such as interview notes, test results, and reference manuals to identify symptoms and to diagnose the nature of clients' substance abuse problems and determine an ASAM PPC-2R level of care. Identify and diagnose substance abuse disorders, using information obtained from interviews, tests, records, and reference materials. Provide referral services to clients and their families, e.g., residential services, health care, mental health services, employment services, housing, recovery support services, etc. Develop therapeutic Individual Service and Support Plans (ISSP), based on clients' interests, abilities, strengths and clinical needs. Confer with clients, significant others and treatment team to develop plans for post treatment activities to maintain recovery. Counsel individuals or families, using evidence-based treatment practices, to help them understand problems, define goals, and develop realistic action plans. Facilitate or co-facilitate group treatment services, using evidence-based/manualized treatment models with demonstrated effectiveness for the population served. May be responsible for service coordination. Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling or treatments and the accuracy and completeness of diagnoses, ASAM PPC-2R dimensions, modifying plans and diagnoses as necessary. Document and maintain client records in electronic healthcare system within 24 hours of meeting with client to ensure compliance with agency and contract guidelines and confidentiality. Provide training to staff, caregivers, and family regarding issues of substance abuse as it relates to clients. Provide crisis intervention. Administer and submit urinalyses with minimal errors. Provides culturally appropriate resources and support linkage, advocacy and community collaboration as well as evaluation and treatment for clients. May need to travel between sites or in the community. Use Feedback-Informed Treatment service delivery approach to obtain and review feedback from clients regarding the fit and effectiveness of the services provided to them Requirements
Requires a current CADC 1 or equivalent national certification; or a CADC-R with a formal plan to obtain certification within two years of MHACBO registration. Have knowledge, skills, and abilities demonstrating competence in: treatment of substance related disorders including client evaluation and individual, group, family, and other counseling techniques. If working in a culturally focused program must have: demonstrated understanding of cultural values and norms, acculturation and generational issues within a culture. If working with youth, courses in child development and experience working with youth strongly preferred. Sensitivity and understanding of specific barriers which may lead to lack of access and engagement. Good computer skills including a functional knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Word. Requires ability to work evenings and/or weekends, depending on the particular work assignment LifeWorks NW is a private, non-profit organization providing prevention, mental health, substance use treatment, and related social services to youths, adults, and older adults in over fifteen locations throughout Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties. Equal Opportunity Employer
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Chemical Dependency Counselor, On Call, #867
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LifeWorks NW The Chemical Dependency Counselor, On Call
provides substance abuse treatment services in an outpatient setting. Responsible for assessment, treatment planning, provision of counseling (individual, family, and group) services, urinalysis, consultation with care providers and coordination of multiple service providers for his/her assigned client caseload; and for keeping accurate, timely records. Location: This position is based out of LifeWorks NW's King site. Pay: $23.92 starting hourly pay Essential Responsibilities
Responsible for client evaluation including initial intake interview, formulating a substance abuse diagnosis, identifying appropriate treatment services. Collect information about individuals or clients, using interviews, case histories, observational techniques, urinalysis, and other assessment methods. Analyze data such as interview notes, test results, and reference manuals to identify symptoms and to diagnose the nature of clients' substance abuse problems and determine an ASAM PPC-2R level of care. Identify and diagnose substance abuse disorders, using information obtained from interviews, tests, records, and reference materials. Provide referral services to clients and their families, e.g., residential services, health care, mental health services, employment services, housing, recovery support services, etc. Develop therapeutic Individual Service and Support Plans (ISSP), based on clients' interests, abilities, strengths and clinical needs. Confer with clients, significant others and treatment team to develop plans for post treatment activities to maintain recovery. Counsel individuals or families, using evidence-based treatment practices, to help them understand problems, define goals, and develop realistic action plans. Facilitate or co-facilitate group treatment services, using evidence-based/manualized treatment models with demonstrated effectiveness for the population served. May be responsible for service coordination. Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling or treatments and the accuracy and completeness of diagnoses, ASAM PPC-2R dimensions, modifying plans and diagnoses as necessary. Document and maintain client records in electronic healthcare system within 24 hours of meeting with client to ensure compliance with agency and contract guidelines and confidentiality. Provide training to staff, caregivers, and family regarding issues of substance abuse as it relates to clients. Provide crisis intervention. Administer and submit urinalyses with minimal errors. Provides culturally appropriate resources and support linkage, advocacy and community collaboration as well as evaluation and treatment for clients. May need to travel between sites or in the community. Use Feedback-Informed Treatment service delivery approach to obtain and review feedback from clients regarding the fit and effectiveness of the services provided to them Requirements
Requires a current CADC 1 or equivalent national certification; or a CADC-R with a formal plan to obtain certification within two years of MHACBO registration. Have knowledge, skills, and abilities demonstrating competence in: treatment of substance related disorders including client evaluation and individual, group, family, and other counseling techniques. If working in a culturally focused program must have: demonstrated understanding of cultural values and norms, acculturation and generational issues within a culture. If working with youth, courses in child development and experience working with youth strongly preferred. Sensitivity and understanding of specific barriers which may lead to lack of access and engagement. Good computer skills including a functional knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Word. Requires ability to work evenings and/or weekends, depending on the particular work assignment LifeWorks NW is a private, non-profit organization providing prevention, mental health, substance use treatment, and related social services to youths, adults, and older adults in over fifteen locations throughout Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties. Equal Opportunity Employer
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