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YMCA of Greater Cleveland

SUD Counselor III

YMCA of Greater Cleveland, Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101

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Position Summary Provide individual counseling, group counseling and case management services to individuals with Substance Use Disorders (SUD) so they may achieve sustained remission from SUD, restore and increase healthy social connections, obtain stable income and permanent housing, and reduce their risk of homelessness. As a Level III Case Counselor, also conduct diagnostic assessments, participate in quality assurance activities, supervise interns, provide Level II Case Counselors with mentoring and support, and provide group supervision to clinical staff as needed.

Essential Functions

Provide individual counseling, outpatient group counseling, intensive outpatient group counseling and case management to homeless individuals with substance use disorders.

Provide individual counseling and case management to a case load of program participants.

Facilitate Outpatient Group Counseling and Intensive Outpatient Group Counseling.

Record all service activities by entering progress notes in the Y‑Haven Electronic Medical Record.

Establish and maintain regular collaborative relationships with social service organizations and programs that residents may utilize for employment, housing, continuing recovery and other needs.

Participate in daily team meetings, quality assurance meetings, in‑service trainings and coordination meetings.

Coordinate with Clinical Director on all critical clinical issues.

Conduct Diagnostic Assessments.

Provide mentoring and support to Level II Case Counselors.

Conduct quality assurance activities.

Participate on the Quality Assurance Committee.

Supervise Interns.

Provide group supervision to clinical staff, as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Education

Master’s Degree or enrollment in a Master’s program in a relevant field – required.

Experience

At least 3 years of experience in SUD counseling – required.

Certification(s)

Minimum License: LCDCIII (Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor III), LSW (Licensed Social Worker), LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor).

CPR and First Aid certification and safety training required within 30 days of hire.

Must be free from sanctions or exclusions from the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and the State of Ohio Department of Medicaid.

Technical Skills And Knowledge

Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred, but not required.

Proven ability to meet minimum productivity requirements.

Successful experience facilitating SUD group counseling.

Extensive knowledge of Substance Use Disorders and other issues affecting the homeless population.

Working knowledge of OHMAS, CARF and VA program compliance standards.

Commitment to the mission and values of the YMCA.

Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.

Willingness and ability to be a mandated reporter for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and neglect.

All employees are required to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process: completion of the Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling child protective services (696‑Kids) and notifying your immediate supervisor, branch executive, risk management and human resources department.

Physical Demands

Talking: express ideas aloud accurately, loudly, or quickly.

Hearing: perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction.

Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and discriminate in sound.

Standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling and bending regularly.

Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 10 pounds.

Sedentary work involving frequent or constant sitting.

Close visual acuity for tasks such as analyzing data, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading and inspecting small parts.

Work Environment The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (typical office or administrative work).

Disclaimer The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

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