SUD Counselor

Essential Functions

• Client Care and Clinical Services
  • Completes admissions/intakes for new clients.
  • Assess and make recommendations regarding client’s level of care.
  • Makes recommendations regarding continuing and aftercare.
  • Follow up and monitor aftercare recommendations.
  • Conduct family meetings.
  • Crisis intervention.
  • Conduct daily educational and/or experiential client groups.
  • Create and implement clients’ schedule into program and communicate client’s needs.
  • Coordinator admissions and discharge with the Program Manager.
• Documentation and Compliance
  • Compose and enter daily progress notes for each client.
  • Compose and enter daily group notes for clients.
  • Documentation and treatment plan reviews.
  • Abide by all DHCS, Agency’s, JCAHO and all state and federal governing agencies.
  • Maintain an active certification/license through a DHCS-approved certifying organization.
• Communication and Collaboration
  • Communicate with family, referral sources regarding client progress and/or changes (as allowed via client consent).
  • Collaborate with Program Manager regarding any and all consequences for clients.
  • Attend all mandatory clinical and staff meetings and required company trainings.
• Program Support and Development
  • Preparation of group materials and researching new methodologies for inclusion in group and individual sessions.
  • Facilitate transportation when required.
  • Participate in scheduled site visits.
  • Attend industry-related workshops, trainings, and conferences.

Additional Functions

• Performs other duties as may be assigned.
• Follows and supports TPEG policies and procedures.
• Works collaboratively and cooperatively with internal and external partners.
• Represents TPEG, Inc., by embodying the mission, vision and values of the organization.
• Travels occasionally during the workday and on occasional overnight stay. (Compensation for mileage, food and lodging provided.)
• Maintains regular attendance at work and company activities and demonstrates punctuality regarding deadlines.
• Displays creativity and vision in recommending new tactics and strategies.
• Expands and updates job knowledge through educational opportunities and professional learning.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Licensure: Current registration through a drug and alcohol credential from a DHCS-recognized institution.
• Related Experience: Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years’ experience as a case manager.
• Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Other Experience / Skills Required:
  • Advanced assessment, treatment planning, discharge planning, and documentation skills.
  • Knowledge of dual diagnosis treatment practices, including non-pharmacological symptoms management techniques.
  • Experience working with culturally diverse individuals and communities or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with diverse populations.
  • Familiarity with equity and/or diversity initiatives within an organization.
  • Written and oral communication skills sufficient to perform essential functions.
  • Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently and use initiative to accomplish complex assignments with general instruction and guidance.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and integrity on the job with confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.
  • Demonstrated ability to organize time and other resources to perform multiple tasks.
  • Demonstrated ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner with attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to provide effective team leadership.
  • Proficiency in word processing and database and/or spreadsheet applications.
  • Physical and mental attributes sufficient to perform essential functions.
  • Demonstrated ability to recognize merit, excellence and intelligence in staff and potential employees.
  • Valid Driver's License

Prior to Employment

• Work settings vary from offices, program sites, and stakeholder locations.
• Travel modes can include the use of company or personal transportation.