Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitates individual and group counseling sessions for clients under supervision of the clinical supervisor.
• Affirms client attitudes and progress regarding treatment, self-esteem, social adjustment, and family issues.
• Maintains accurate client records as required by Vitality Unlimited and the Substance Abuse Prevention Treatment Agency (SAPTA).
• Increases treatment plans for assigned clients after reviewing social, medical, psychological, and drug histories.
• Aids assigned clients in aftercare planning.
• Documents client’s progress in the electronic health record within a 24-hour period.
• Maintains clinical records, ensuring documentation according to SAPTA and Vitality Unlimited policies.
• Obtains signed consents for paper files.
• Attends staff meetings and in-service training as scheduled.
• Schedules clients for an individual session per week of treatment.
• Ensures confidentiality of client as required by 42CFR Part I & II and HIPAA regulations.

Knowledge and Skills

• General knowledge of substance use disorder and related issues with knowledge of the patterns and disease concepts of alcoholism and other drugs.
• Working knowledge of basic computer programs.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Possess good time-management skills.
• Sound judgement and capability of responding to residents’ needs in a variety of situations.
• Adherence to ethical standards and confidentiality laws.

Qualifications

• Must provide certification at time of employment.
• A valid Nevada driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Capable of responding to residents’ needs in a variety of situations.
• Physical stamina and the ability to perform tasks that require bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Consistently provides a negative drug screen.