SUD Counselor I

About the role

The Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor is a key member of the Program’s Treatment Team. They provide individual and group counseling services to patients and their families, collaborating with the treatment team and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with the Treatment Team with assigned caseload of clients enrolled in the Program;
• Completes intakes, assessments and develops treatment plans as appropriate using ASAM criteria;
• Collaborates with clients on completion of individualized treatment plans;
• Provides treatment through various modalities including individual sessions, group counseling, and family counseling;
• Conducts counseling sessions for individuals, groups, and persons diagnosed with substance use disorders;
• Provides crisis intervention as needed;
• Assesses ongoing needs of individuals, updates assessments and recommendations as needed, and makes appropriate referrals;
• Works effectively with all recovery resource providers and community agencies;
• Provides information about the Program to individuals, the public, and community groups;
• Collaborates with Certified Recovery Mentors on patient care;
• Collaborates with clients on discharge and aftercare planning;
• Maintains compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations, including HIPAA, scope of practice, accreditation standards, OHA, and OSHA;
• Maintains documentation of client services in the electronic client file (EHR) in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• For individuals in recovery from substance-use disorder, must have maintained continuous recovery for the previous two years at the time of hire
• CADC-I required for SUD Counselor I (CS4) or CADC-II required for SUD Counselor II + 2 yrs’ minimum experience as SUD counselor (CS5)
• Valid Oregon Driver License or ability to obtain one upon hire, and be insurable under the organization’s auto liability coverage policy
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in addiction or other behavioral health field preferred
• Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus

Skills

• Demonstrated competence in treating problem gambling
• Knowledge of social aspects of psychological and emotional disturbances
• Knowledge and training in substance use disorders and related issues
• Knowledge and understanding of ASAM criteria
• Proficiency in MS Office 365
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Critical thinking skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality as required by HIPAA, 42 CFR, and Oregon Statutes
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships
• Ability to function well and use good judgment in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Ability to manage conflict resolution and anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately and effectively
• Ability to work effectively and respectfully in a diverse, multi-cultural environment
• Ability to work independently as well as participate as a positive, collaborative team member