Assertive Community Treatment Certified Substance Abuse Counselor

Position Functions

Makes initial contact with clients to gather personal information and medical histories. Consults with other professionals to gain a full understanding of the client's situation and needs. Designs a personalized treatment and rehabilitation plan based on knowledge of alcohol and drug dependency and counseling methods. Utilizes both individual and group counseling sessions to assist clients and observes their progress and readiness for help. Conducts comprehensive substance abuse assessments that explore the connection between substance use and mental health, and provides interventions as needed. Participates in the on-call rotation and provides crisis intervention as directed by the ACT Program Manager.

Qualifications

• Education and Clinical Experience: Bachelor's degree with a concentration in psychology, sociology, or public health preferred. Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) with IADC licensure preferred. Must be currently licensed by the state of Iowa per degree. At least two years of documented supervised experience in providing substance abuse services and working with persons with co-occurring disorders.
• Skills and Experience: Considerable knowledge of Substance Abuse principles and practices in appropriate specialty, mental health. Ability to assess, plan, provide, and evaluate substance abuse and mental health services. Knowledge of interviewing and counseling techniques, as well as current developments in the field of Substance Abuse. Considerable interpersonal skills, oral, and written communication skills.
• Other Requirements: Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance in accordance with Vera French policy. Ability to pass pre-employment physical, drug, and alcohol screening. Ability to carry out the responsibilities of the position without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of others or oneself.

What We Offer

• Group Health Insurance (UnitedHealthcare)
• Delta Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employer-paid Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability (Mutual of Omaha)
• Supplemental Life & Short-Term Disability options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (employer contribution of 3%, vested day one; 25% match on employee contributions up to 6%)
• Paid Time Off (9 paid holidays, 9 paid sick days, 2 weeks vacation)
• Vera French Day (notified)

Notification and Authorization

• To Require a Medical Examination: If hired, you must disclose any limitations that may affect your ability to perform the job. You may also be required to undergo a pre-employment or post-employment medical exam by the VFCMHC's designated health practitioner.
• To Contact References and Conduct Background Investigation: You authorize Vera French Community Mental Health Center or any of its affiliates to investigate your background to determine any and all information of concern regarding your record, whether the same is of record or not. You release employers and persons named in your application from all liability for any damages on account of their furnishing said information. Additionally, you authorize the release of this information by the appropriate agencies to the investigating service. You authorize and give permission for the individuals listed as references to provide written information and/or verbally discuss your background with Vera French Community Mental Health Center or any of its affiliates. This authorization, in original or copy form, shall be valid for this and any future reports and updates that may be required. Passing the background check is a condition of employment. A negative background check can be grounds for dismissal, even if an offer has been made to you and you have been hired.