COUNTY OF BROWN
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Job Summary Brown County Health and Human Services. Department AODA counselors have functional duties in three service areas of the outpatient clinic which include: providing conventional AODA counseling services within the outpatient clinic, providing case management services, which could be at the targeted case management level or at the Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) level, acting as Intoxicated Driver Program (IDP) Assessors. The AODA counseling, case management, and IDP staff functions are such that any staff person hired into the “AODA Counselor” position may be called upon to provide any of the identified duties as needed by the clinic, commensurate with the training, education, and credentials to permit each individual to do so. The assignment of duties within the service areas depends on the service demands and needs of the clinic.
Essential Duties
Screens and assesses clients referred for AODA services for appropriateness and their service needs.
Provides conventional AODA counseling services from an office setting, including individual and group counseling and other AODA services within an outpatient clinic.
Participates in evaluation of client needs and strengths, assists in designing supports and interventions.
Provides AODA case management services.
Case management refers to the identification, coordination and oversight of case management services for clients residing in community settings. Case management intensity can be at the Targeted Case Management level or at the Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) level. The provision of case management services can also extend to individuals with drug/alcohol and mental health conditions.
Provides appropriate AODA services including intake, assessment, case management, and direct services to consumers who have mental health and substance use conditions (when co-occurring), including engaging and providing services in the community.
Interview and completes a bio-psychosocial assessment on each client except for IDP clients where the Wisconsin Assessment of the Impaired Driver (WAID) is completed.
In the IDP assessor role, counselors utilize the WAID assessment and other necessary tools needed to complete the assessment and make appropriate referrals.
Provides counseling/crisis intervention to individuals, couples, and families in individual and group modalities where applicable.
Provides linkage to other services or support systems in the community.
Works with a multi-disciplinary team, actively communicating on client needs and problem-solving solutions.
Plans, recommends, and implements referrals of clients and their families to appropriate agencies for treatment and follow up.
Coordinates various and specific referrals to decrease duplication of services and increase cooperation between service providers.
Works with clients and their families regarding three signature alcohol commitment, explains nature of probable cause hearings, commitment hearings and recommitment hearings to clients and their significant others.
Acts as liaison with staff from contract counties, referral agencies, or other treatment programs regarding client referral, treatment, progress, and discharge recommendations.
Provides primary case management for assigned clients, including assessment, treatment planning, monitoring, and evaluations, which can include monitoring commitments and hold open.
Develops and implements service plans that provide for appropriate mental health services to clients and their families.
Screen and assesses clients referred from the court system, employee assistance programs, Department of Motor Vehicles, and other related agencies.
Provides community education; serves as consultant to other agencies, industries, and committees regarding chemical dependency and AODA treatment programs.
Coordinates referrals to residential treatment programs including thorough assessment for all clients.
Fulfills all mandated reporting duties to the appropriate agencies and departments required.
Assists in program development and participates in program implementation.
Supervises students and other trainees, as assigned.
Attends staff meetings, in‑services and outside agency training sessions.
Maintains the confidential nature of client and business information.
Complies with all local, state, and federal laws governing clients and the rendering of services.
Completes and maintains necessary documentation according to applicable requirements, codes, and policies.
Performs related functions as assigned.
Physical Requirements Lifting 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Intermittent sitting, standing, and walking; occasional driving. Using hand(s)/feet for repetitive single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, and operating controls. Occasional bending, twisting, squatting and reaching. Communicating orally in a clear manner. Distinguishing sounds at various frequencies and volumes. Distinguishing people or objects at varied distances under a variety of light conditions. Must be free from communicable disease.
Other Experience and Qualifications
Knowledge of alcohol and other drug abuse dynamics, theories, programs and treatment methods.
Knowledge of AODA Confidentiality Laws (state/federal regulations).
Knowledge in how to use and operate standard office equipment such as computer, printer, etc.; including respective operating software and standard Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to form positive relationships and engage clients and their families in treatment.
Ability to relate well to both the professional and nonprofessional members of the alcoholism, criminal justice, and health care community.
Ability to assess, evaluate and diagnose chemical dependency and other related issues and determine the need for service.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain records and reports timely and accurately.
Ability to work the required hours of the position.
Application Instructions Apply Online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty
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Job Summary Brown County Health and Human Services. Department AODA counselors have functional duties in three service areas of the outpatient clinic which include: providing conventional AODA counseling services within the outpatient clinic, providing case management services, which could be at the targeted case management level or at the Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) level, acting as Intoxicated Driver Program (IDP) Assessors. The AODA counseling, case management, and IDP staff functions are such that any staff person hired into the “AODA Counselor” position may be called upon to provide any of the identified duties as needed by the clinic, commensurate with the training, education, and credentials to permit each individual to do so. The assignment of duties within the service areas depends on the service demands and needs of the clinic.
Essential Duties
Screens and assesses clients referred for AODA services for appropriateness and their service needs.
Provides conventional AODA counseling services from an office setting, including individual and group counseling and other AODA services within an outpatient clinic.
Participates in evaluation of client needs and strengths, assists in designing supports and interventions.
Provides AODA case management services.
Case management refers to the identification, coordination and oversight of case management services for clients residing in community settings. Case management intensity can be at the Targeted Case Management level or at the Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) level. The provision of case management services can also extend to individuals with drug/alcohol and mental health conditions.
Provides appropriate AODA services including intake, assessment, case management, and direct services to consumers who have mental health and substance use conditions (when co-occurring), including engaging and providing services in the community.
Interview and completes a bio-psychosocial assessment on each client except for IDP clients where the Wisconsin Assessment of the Impaired Driver (WAID) is completed.
In the IDP assessor role, counselors utilize the WAID assessment and other necessary tools needed to complete the assessment and make appropriate referrals.
Provides counseling/crisis intervention to individuals, couples, and families in individual and group modalities where applicable.
Provides linkage to other services or support systems in the community.
Works with a multi-disciplinary team, actively communicating on client needs and problem-solving solutions.
Plans, recommends, and implements referrals of clients and their families to appropriate agencies for treatment and follow up.
Coordinates various and specific referrals to decrease duplication of services and increase cooperation between service providers.
Works with clients and their families regarding three signature alcohol commitment, explains nature of probable cause hearings, commitment hearings and recommitment hearings to clients and their significant others.
Acts as liaison with staff from contract counties, referral agencies, or other treatment programs regarding client referral, treatment, progress, and discharge recommendations.
Provides primary case management for assigned clients, including assessment, treatment planning, monitoring, and evaluations, which can include monitoring commitments and hold open.
Develops and implements service plans that provide for appropriate mental health services to clients and their families.
Screen and assesses clients referred from the court system, employee assistance programs, Department of Motor Vehicles, and other related agencies.
Provides community education; serves as consultant to other agencies, industries, and committees regarding chemical dependency and AODA treatment programs.
Coordinates referrals to residential treatment programs including thorough assessment for all clients.
Fulfills all mandated reporting duties to the appropriate agencies and departments required.
Assists in program development and participates in program implementation.
Supervises students and other trainees, as assigned.
Attends staff meetings, in‑services and outside agency training sessions.
Maintains the confidential nature of client and business information.
Complies with all local, state, and federal laws governing clients and the rendering of services.
Completes and maintains necessary documentation according to applicable requirements, codes, and policies.
Performs related functions as assigned.
Physical Requirements Lifting 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Intermittent sitting, standing, and walking; occasional driving. Using hand(s)/feet for repetitive single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, and operating controls. Occasional bending, twisting, squatting and reaching. Communicating orally in a clear manner. Distinguishing sounds at various frequencies and volumes. Distinguishing people or objects at varied distances under a variety of light conditions. Must be free from communicable disease.
Other Experience and Qualifications
Knowledge of alcohol and other drug abuse dynamics, theories, programs and treatment methods.
Knowledge of AODA Confidentiality Laws (state/federal regulations).
Knowledge in how to use and operate standard office equipment such as computer, printer, etc.; including respective operating software and standard Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to form positive relationships and engage clients and their families in treatment.
Ability to relate well to both the professional and nonprofessional members of the alcoholism, criminal justice, and health care community.
Ability to assess, evaluate and diagnose chemical dependency and other related issues and determine the need for service.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain records and reports timely and accurately.
Ability to work the required hours of the position.
Application Instructions Apply Online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty
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