Unit Specialist, 1st shift, Sun-Thur
About the role
Sign-on Bonus of $4,000 paid out within 2 years of hire. $250 will be paid during your first pay period. The Unit Specialist will directly supervise addicted clients. Provide continuity of program services in an ethical, legal and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. Provide direct counseling services including individual, case management, group and lecture activities on a daily basis. Participate as a team member in the delivery of addictions treatment services to clients and their families and to facilitate the issues of recovery into their daily living situations. Rosecrance has been at the forefront of providing behavioral health services for over a century. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to overcome substance abuse and mental health challenges through evidence-based therapies and compassionate care. Join us in our mission to foster lasting recovery and transform lives. We are committed to providing careers that make a difference in the lives of the people we serve and the people we employ. We do this through the work we do, our core mission and values, our employee resources, and especially through our purpose-driven community of opportunity and hope.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED and one year of addiction treatment experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet agency insurance requirements
- Certified Addictions Counselor (CADC) or able to be certified within 24 months
- Must have own transportation
- Skilled in behavioral management techniques
- Ability to coordinate and present lectures for patients, parents and community resources
- A passion to be a part of a mission driven organization
- A teamwork approach
- A desire to make a difference in people’s lives
Responsibilities
- Work hours prescribed by the Supervisor and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.
- Serve as a role model for other staff, clients and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance.
- Supervise and manage the behavior of the clients and provide appropriate behavioral interventions and consequences.
- Coordinate and supervise client recreational activities.
- Monitor assigned clients by consulting with the primary counselor in developing and implementing the individual treatment plan and scheduling individual sessions to assist the patients with AA step work and treatment plan objectives.
- Ensure that client service records are maintained consistent with required rules and regulations.
- Develop and present all patient lectures listed on the client’s lecture schedule.
- Observe, monitor, and record group dynamics.
- Facilitate focal group discussion sessions.
- Consult with the members of the treatment team and plan daily therapeutic direction for designated shift.
- Read all logs and obtain pertinent information from staff of previous shifts, counselors, teachers, etc.
Schedule
Full-Time: Sun-Thur 7am-3:30pm Shift: 1st Work Location: Rosecrance Harrison Campus - Rockford, IL Work Mode: Onsite