Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems - A Chimes Company
Substance Abuse Counselor
Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems - A Chimes Company, Newark, Delaware, United States, 19711
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Job Overview Our vast array of services — educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health — are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve — those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.
Job Description It is the responsibility of the Substance Abuse Counselor I to provide drug and alcohol treatment to clients which includes face-to-face individual, group, and family counseling, as clinically appropriate. Chart documentation and case management services related to client treatment will be accomplished in accordance with all agency policies and procedures.
Job Details Schedule:
Part-Time Location:
Newark, DE Program:
Drug & Alcohol/DUI Treatment Program Pay Rate:
$18-20/Hour Billable Rate; $12/Hour Non-Billable Rate - Billable Rate Dependent on Experience
Responsibilities
Possess and apply knowledge of drug and alcohol treatment and assessment principles and philosophies
Complete substance abuse assessments and stabilization services as needed
Maintain effective and efficient communication with direct supervisor and other administrative staff as required, in a timely and comprehensive manner
Maintain personal compliance with all training requirements and personnel documentation standards
Complete all personally required training as per Professional Development Plan
Submit to Human Resources in a timely manner copies of all required documentation regarding degrees, licenses, certifications, clearances, and formal training
Maintain professional certifications and/or licensure and, when applicable, in the designated state(s)
Possess and apply knowledge of all laws, regulations, contractual requirements, and agency policies and procedures governing the services performed
Perform substance abuse treatment as defined by the program description, and best practice standards and in full compliance with licensure standards
Possess and apply knowledge of the standards and ethical principles of the best practice of drug and alcohol assessment and treatment
Provide quality services based on established best practice principles of care
Maintain quality documentation of service delivery
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, payers, community support service representatives, agency personnel, and the general public
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with area drug and alcohol treatment facilities and hospitals
Work within a group to develop internal systems to improve or ensure quality services
Participate in agency committees to develop and implement program/service enhancement
Provide the full spectrum of clinically indicated services and the supporting documentation
Provide all authorized client services and provide supporting documentation for re-authorizations, as necessary, in a timely manner
Submit accurate and timely payroll and billing documentation
Work collaboratively with other treatment professionals
Develop and implement treatment plans
Provide crisis assessment and stabilization services as necessary
Possess and apply knowledge of drug and alcohol treatment and assessment principles and philosophies
Provide direct services relevant to program requirements
Conduct all scheduled individual and group sessions as dictated by client needs and program requirements
Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation, including but not limited to progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries
Monitor service effectiveness and make modifications to services based on supervisory and/or consultative feedback
Participate in all required individual and peer supervision, as well as all applicable program staff meetings
Complete data entry and prepare clinical charts
Minimum Requirements Education:
Bachelor’s degree in the behavioral health field or a minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent
AND
Experience
OR
Licensure/Certification requirements
Experience:
Five (5) years of documented clinical experience working in the field of substance abuse treatment
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Full certification by a nationally recognized body in addiction counseling
Required Clearances:
Pennsylvania Child Abuse, Criminal and fingerprint-based federal criminal history; Verification that employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list
At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted instead of the requirements specified under Education and Experience
Want to learn more? To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at:
https://chimes.org/Careers .
Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems is accredited by the Joint Commission and provides a comprehensive range of services and supports for people with mental health, substance abuse, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and co-occurring disorders throughout southern and central Pennsylvania, central New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland. Additionally, we provide an array of prevention and educational programs for youth, parents, and adults to encourage healthy choices and lifestyles.
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Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Job Overview Our vast array of services — educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health — are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve — those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.
Job Description It is the responsibility of the Substance Abuse Counselor I to provide drug and alcohol treatment to clients which includes face-to-face individual, group, and family counseling, as clinically appropriate. Chart documentation and case management services related to client treatment will be accomplished in accordance with all agency policies and procedures.
Job Details Schedule:
Part-Time Location:
Newark, DE Program:
Drug & Alcohol/DUI Treatment Program Pay Rate:
$18-20/Hour Billable Rate; $12/Hour Non-Billable Rate - Billable Rate Dependent on Experience
Responsibilities
Possess and apply knowledge of drug and alcohol treatment and assessment principles and philosophies
Complete substance abuse assessments and stabilization services as needed
Maintain effective and efficient communication with direct supervisor and other administrative staff as required, in a timely and comprehensive manner
Maintain personal compliance with all training requirements and personnel documentation standards
Complete all personally required training as per Professional Development Plan
Submit to Human Resources in a timely manner copies of all required documentation regarding degrees, licenses, certifications, clearances, and formal training
Maintain professional certifications and/or licensure and, when applicable, in the designated state(s)
Possess and apply knowledge of all laws, regulations, contractual requirements, and agency policies and procedures governing the services performed
Perform substance abuse treatment as defined by the program description, and best practice standards and in full compliance with licensure standards
Possess and apply knowledge of the standards and ethical principles of the best practice of drug and alcohol assessment and treatment
Provide quality services based on established best practice principles of care
Maintain quality documentation of service delivery
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, payers, community support service representatives, agency personnel, and the general public
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with area drug and alcohol treatment facilities and hospitals
Work within a group to develop internal systems to improve or ensure quality services
Participate in agency committees to develop and implement program/service enhancement
Provide the full spectrum of clinically indicated services and the supporting documentation
Provide all authorized client services and provide supporting documentation for re-authorizations, as necessary, in a timely manner
Submit accurate and timely payroll and billing documentation
Work collaboratively with other treatment professionals
Develop and implement treatment plans
Provide crisis assessment and stabilization services as necessary
Possess and apply knowledge of drug and alcohol treatment and assessment principles and philosophies
Provide direct services relevant to program requirements
Conduct all scheduled individual and group sessions as dictated by client needs and program requirements
Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation, including but not limited to progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries
Monitor service effectiveness and make modifications to services based on supervisory and/or consultative feedback
Participate in all required individual and peer supervision, as well as all applicable program staff meetings
Complete data entry and prepare clinical charts
Minimum Requirements Education:
Bachelor’s degree in the behavioral health field or a minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent
AND
Experience
OR
Licensure/Certification requirements
Experience:
Five (5) years of documented clinical experience working in the field of substance abuse treatment
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Full certification by a nationally recognized body in addiction counseling
Required Clearances:
Pennsylvania Child Abuse, Criminal and fingerprint-based federal criminal history; Verification that employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list
At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted instead of the requirements specified under Education and Experience
Want to learn more? To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at:
https://chimes.org/Careers .
Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems is accredited by the Joint Commission and provides a comprehensive range of services and supports for people with mental health, substance abuse, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and co-occurring disorders throughout southern and central Pennsylvania, central New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland. Additionally, we provide an array of prevention and educational programs for youth, parents, and adults to encourage healthy choices and lifestyles.
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