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YMCA of Greater Cleveland

Drug and Alcohol Counselor II

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

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Overview

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 II Case Counselor also conduct diagnostic assessments, review and sign off on Level I Case Counselor notes, and provide them with mentoring and support. Responsibilities

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. Review and sign off on Level I Case Counselor Notes. Provide mentoring to Level I Case Counselors. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Required Experience

Must have at least 2 years' experience in SUD Counseling. Certification(s) & Requirements

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. Must have successful experience facilitating SUD group counseling. Must have extensive knowledge of Substance Use Disorders and other issues affecting the homeless population. Must have basic computer skills, using Microsoft Office applications. Should have working knowledge of OHMAS, CARF and VA program compliance standards. Demonstrate commitment to the mission, cause of the YMCA, and uphold its values and ethics. Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions. Work Environment

The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in 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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