Fora Health Treatment & Recovery
Dual Diagnosis Counselor- Out Patient
Fora Health Treatment & Recovery, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Dual Diagnosis Counselor – Outpatient
Fora Health Treatment & Recovery is seeking a dedicated Dual Diagnosis Counselor to provide clinical services to adult outpatient clients. The counselor will work under the direction of the Outpatient Manager and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support clients in recovering from the effects of substance use and mental health disorders.
Essential Job Functions
Conduct thorough clinical evaluations, develop collaborative treatment plans, and deliver individual and group therapy.
Utilize the DSM‑5 and ASAM criteria to assess and diagnose substance use and mental health disorders upon enrollment.
Document treatment progress, competencies, and outcomes; apply placement, continued stay, and discharge criteria.
Perform continuing care, relapse prevention, and discharge planning in collaboration with significant others.
Coordinate referrals and communicate with referral agencies regarding screenings and treatment planning.
Maintain client confidentiality and navigate regulatory exceptions with clarity.
Collaborate with all service areas and agency staff to provide appropriate client referrals.
Counseling and Education
Establish a warm, respectful, and empathetic therapeutic relationship.
Facilitate client engagement in the treatment and recovery process; role model effective milieu therapy interventions.
Provide individual and group counseling to achieve treatment goals; support family therapy as needed.
Teach life skills including stress management, communication, and refusal skills.
Address treatment‑interfering behaviors with appropriate therapeutic interventions.
Referral
Arrange or assist clients in following through with referrals to other professionals and community programs.
Explain referral processes and facilitate transitions to continuing care resources.
Professional and Ethical Responsibilities
Adhere to professional codes of ethics and safeguard client standards.
Comply with federal and state laws and agency policies regarding substance use disorder treatment.
Participate in ongoing supervision and consultation; maintain current addiction counselor certification and QMHP privileging.
Maintain healthy boundaries with clients and families.
Team Participation
Attend treatment team and clinical supervision meetings.
Maintain strong working relationships with team members across departments.
Additional Job Responsibilities
Complete additional trainings as assigned in a timely manner.
Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Functions
This position has no supervisory duties.
Qualifications
Graduate degree in psychology, social work, or related behavioral health field.
QMHP credential per OARs; ability to conduct comprehensive assessments and write DSM diagnoses.
CADC I credential or ability to qualify within 6 months; CADC II/III preferred.
Knowledge of substance use disorders, basic psychopharmacology, and their impact on mental health.
Skilled in motivational interviewing, DBT, and other evidence‑based practices.
Effective communication, rapport building, and crisis de‑escalation skills.
Ability to maintain clinical documentation and facilitate groups.
Other Requirements
Minimum two years of sobriety for employees with a history of substance use disorder.
Pass pre‑employment or for‑cause drug test and DHS criminal background check.
Regular cell phone connectivity for work communication.
Registration with Oregon Health Authority (DMAP) and National Provider Identifier (NPI).
Working Conditions
Indoor office environment with infrequent travel; occasional evening/ weekend work.
Exposure to communicable diseases (TB, Hepatitis, HIV, etc.) and potential traumatic environments.
Potential use of cleaning chemicals; PPE provided.
Shift work may include weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Mental Health Care
Location and Salary Portland, OR – $56,880.00–$60,948.00 (annual salary)
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Essential Job Functions
Conduct thorough clinical evaluations, develop collaborative treatment plans, and deliver individual and group therapy.
Utilize the DSM‑5 and ASAM criteria to assess and diagnose substance use and mental health disorders upon enrollment.
Document treatment progress, competencies, and outcomes; apply placement, continued stay, and discharge criteria.
Perform continuing care, relapse prevention, and discharge planning in collaboration with significant others.
Coordinate referrals and communicate with referral agencies regarding screenings and treatment planning.
Maintain client confidentiality and navigate regulatory exceptions with clarity.
Collaborate with all service areas and agency staff to provide appropriate client referrals.
Counseling and Education
Establish a warm, respectful, and empathetic therapeutic relationship.
Facilitate client engagement in the treatment and recovery process; role model effective milieu therapy interventions.
Provide individual and group counseling to achieve treatment goals; support family therapy as needed.
Teach life skills including stress management, communication, and refusal skills.
Address treatment‑interfering behaviors with appropriate therapeutic interventions.
Referral
Arrange or assist clients in following through with referrals to other professionals and community programs.
Explain referral processes and facilitate transitions to continuing care resources.
Professional and Ethical Responsibilities
Adhere to professional codes of ethics and safeguard client standards.
Comply with federal and state laws and agency policies regarding substance use disorder treatment.
Participate in ongoing supervision and consultation; maintain current addiction counselor certification and QMHP privileging.
Maintain healthy boundaries with clients and families.
Team Participation
Attend treatment team and clinical supervision meetings.
Maintain strong working relationships with team members across departments.
Additional Job Responsibilities
Complete additional trainings as assigned in a timely manner.
Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Functions
This position has no supervisory duties.
Qualifications
Graduate degree in psychology, social work, or related behavioral health field.
QMHP credential per OARs; ability to conduct comprehensive assessments and write DSM diagnoses.
CADC I credential or ability to qualify within 6 months; CADC II/III preferred.
Knowledge of substance use disorders, basic psychopharmacology, and their impact on mental health.
Skilled in motivational interviewing, DBT, and other evidence‑based practices.
Effective communication, rapport building, and crisis de‑escalation skills.
Ability to maintain clinical documentation and facilitate groups.
Other Requirements
Minimum two years of sobriety for employees with a history of substance use disorder.
Pass pre‑employment or for‑cause drug test and DHS criminal background check.
Regular cell phone connectivity for work communication.
Registration with Oregon Health Authority (DMAP) and National Provider Identifier (NPI).
Working Conditions
Indoor office environment with infrequent travel; occasional evening/ weekend work.
Exposure to communicable diseases (TB, Hepatitis, HIV, etc.) and potential traumatic environments.
Potential use of cleaning chemicals; PPE provided.
Shift work may include weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Mental Health Care
Location and Salary Portland, OR – $56,880.00–$60,948.00 (annual salary)
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