YMCA of Greater Cleveland
Position Summary
Drug and Alcohol Counselor III
role at
YMCA of Greater Cleveland
provides individual counseling, group counseling and case management services to individuals with Substance Use Disorders (SUD) so they may achieve sustained remission from SUD, restore 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 caseload 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 Quality Assurance Committee. Supervise Interns. Provide group supervision to clinical staff, as needed. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Education: Master’s Degree or enrolled in a Master’s program in a relevant field (Required). Experience: Must have at least 3 years of experience in SUD Counseling. 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 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 issues affecting the homeless population; working knowledge of OHMAS, CARF and VA program compliance standards; commitment to YMCA mission and ethics; ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions; willingness and ability to be a mandated reporter for signs or suspicion of child abuse or neglect; able to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process (Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, contacting protective services, and notifying supervisor, branch executive, risk management and human resources as applicable). Work Environment
The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (as in typical office or administrative work). Disclaimer
The statements describe the general nature and level of work; they are not an exhaustive list of required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added or amended at any time. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Drug and Alcohol Counselor III
role at
YMCA of Greater Cleveland
provides individual counseling, group counseling and case management services to individuals with Substance Use Disorders (SUD) so they may achieve sustained remission from SUD, restore 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 caseload 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 Quality Assurance Committee. Supervise Interns. Provide group supervision to clinical staff, as needed. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Education: Master’s Degree or enrolled in a Master’s program in a relevant field (Required). Experience: Must have at least 3 years of experience in SUD Counseling. 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 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 issues affecting the homeless population; working knowledge of OHMAS, CARF and VA program compliance standards; commitment to YMCA mission and ethics; ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions; willingness and ability to be a mandated reporter for signs or suspicion of child abuse or neglect; able to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process (Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, contacting protective services, and notifying supervisor, branch executive, risk management and human resources as applicable). Work Environment
The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (as in typical office or administrative work). Disclaimer
The statements describe the general nature and level of work; they are not an exhaustive list of required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added or amended at any time. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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