SPORTS/ATHLETIC PROGRAMMER

About the role

A Residential Detox Counselor II provides personal care assistance, counseling and education to chemically dependent, acutely inebriated and/or persons experiencing co-occurring disorders who are undergoing withdrawal or in early stages of recovery in a 24 hour social detoxification facility.

Responsibilities

• Conducts intake screening interviews and assesses the appropriateness of potential consumers for treatment.
• Provides information and referral.
• Orients consumers to the program.
• Administers medications.
• Maintains case notes on consumer progress including significant or non-compliant behavior and motivation level regarding treatment.
• Enters accurate and timely information into the consumer’s medical record in compliance with all licensing, CARF and other standards.
• Prepares incident reports.
• Observes consumer participation in a casual setting, such as group sessions, and at A.A. meetings to evaluate mental and physical status and progress.
• Confers with the Detox Center Supervisor, other Detox Counselors, Clinical Supervisor and consultants to provided input on consumer status and progress.
• Leads discussion groups and community meetings as well as providing group instruction on substance abuse and related topics.
• Participates in the development, revision and implementation of individualized treatment plans and discharge / aftercare plans.
• Inspects rooms for contraband and other unauthorized items.
• Ensures that consumers complete assignments and follows program rules.
• Reports equipment malfunctions and maintenance needs to Supervisor.
• Administers first aid and notifies police, medical or psychiatric services in an emergency.
• Arranges and provide transportation to medical facilities and other consumer-related appointments.
• Links consumers to community resources.
• Identifies consumers for involuntary discharge following procedures and implements a behavioral modification plan when appropriate.
• Discusses discharge and aftercare with consumer and professional staff.
• Cleans up consumer personal belongings.
• Assists in the orientation of new staff and volunteers.
• Answers telephones at the Detox Center as required.

Requirements

• One year experience in a substance abuse treatment unit or mental health clinic providing individual and group counseling and/or case management coordination services.
• Completion of college level courses in behavioral health, substance abuse and/or mental health diagnosis and treatment.
• Valid driver’s license issued by the state of their residence.

Qualifications

• Bilingual (English-Spanish, French, African or Middle Eastern language) skills are preferred.

Skills

• Independent judgment is required in making decisions concerning admissions, interventions and referrals with individuals who may have a dual diagnosis of mental health and substance abuse.

Benefits

Note: This position is grant funded and requires successful completion of a drug test, FBI criminal records check and child abuse registry check. The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, military status, or disability. We are proud to welcome you to explore the City of Alexandria's excellent benefits and programs! Click Here To Learn More About Employee Benefits Click here to learn more about the City's Employee Development Program The benefits referenced on this site, may be changed from time to time without notice. Also, temporary and some part-time positions are not eligible for these benefits. For further information, please contact the Benefits Division of the Department of Human Resources at 703.746.3785 or email DHR.Benefits@alexandriava.gov .