Wexford Health Sources
The Substance Use Counselor is responsible and accountable for the delivery of contracted substance use disorder services in the facilities within the Navajo County Detention Center.
Primary duties include the screening and assessment of substance use disorders, assessment of appropriateness for residential treatment and implementation/oversight of a residential substance use program.
The Substance Use Counselor will also work with designated Navajo County Reentry Staff to assist in coordination of aftercare services in the community.
Responsibilities:
Reviews intake screening of patients and assesses potential readiness and appropriateness for referral to the residential substance use disorder (SUD) program. Reviews referrals received from healthcare providers, medical staff, programs staff and security staff to determine severity of need. Completes screening tools for particular substance use disorders as needed. Conducts assessment with referred patients to gauge the severity of an individual’s substance use and provides a comprehensive overview of an individual’s addiction-related issues. Provides group therapy services focused on treatment and management of substance use disorders. Coordinates the SUD Program within the Navajo County Detention Center. Coordinates care with medical, psychiatric, and mental health providers to ensure treatment of comorbid conditions. Obtains patient signatures on any refusals for SUD services. Communicates with individuals via request, triages the requests and schedules tasks within the electronic health record. Requirements:
Currently licensed as Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC), Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC), or Licensed Substance Abuse Technician (LSAT). LISAC preferred. Current CPR certification. Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field Minimum of two (2) years addictions treatment counseling preferred Minimum of one (1) year correctional experience preferred Benefits:
Annual review with performance increase Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave Paid holidays Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental and Vision insurance 401(k) retirement saving plans Company-paid short-term disability Healthcare and dependent care spending account
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Reviews intake screening of patients and assesses potential readiness and appropriateness for referral to the residential substance use disorder (SUD) program. Reviews referrals received from healthcare providers, medical staff, programs staff and security staff to determine severity of need. Completes screening tools for particular substance use disorders as needed. Conducts assessment with referred patients to gauge the severity of an individual’s substance use and provides a comprehensive overview of an individual’s addiction-related issues. Provides group therapy services focused on treatment and management of substance use disorders. Coordinates the SUD Program within the Navajo County Detention Center. Coordinates care with medical, psychiatric, and mental health providers to ensure treatment of comorbid conditions. Obtains patient signatures on any refusals for SUD services. Communicates with individuals via request, triages the requests and schedules tasks within the electronic health record. Requirements:
Currently licensed as Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC), Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC), or Licensed Substance Abuse Technician (LSAT). LISAC preferred. Current CPR certification. Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field Minimum of two (2) years addictions treatment counseling preferred Minimum of one (1) year correctional experience preferred Benefits:
Annual review with performance increase Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave Paid holidays Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental and Vision insurance 401(k) retirement saving plans Company-paid short-term disability Healthcare and dependent care spending account
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