Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor

________________________________________________________________________________________Summary:Certified SUD Counselor: Under the direction of the DMC Program Supervisor the Certified Substance UseDisorder Counselor will provide individual and group services to the DMC Program clients. Certified SUDCounselor will conduct intakes/assessments, treatment planning, individual counseling services within scope ofpractice, and recovery services, up and to discharge.Essential FunctionsSubstance Use Disorder Counselor will provide: Will provide group and individual SUD counseling services utilizing evidence based practice theory. Will provide case management/care coordination services Will facilitate in collaboration with SUD clients to develop and complete all necessary documents for treatmentplanning, and implementation. Will facilitate in collaboration with SUD clients to develop and implement relapse prevention plans. Will provide services in both English and Spanish as required based on clients’ needs Will document progress notes daily (within 24 hours of service) to capture all activities for each Drug Medi-Calclient. Will input client data into the designated EHR/PCNX system. Will administer drug tests/UA/Toxicology to Drug Medi-Cal clients while following the correct protocols andprocedures. Will meet or exceed 70 percent productivity as outlined by SSG. Will be able to document in accordance with established standards of care on a daily basis. Will maintain boundaries, adhere to SSG's Code of Ethics and HOPICS' Core Values, and representthe agency in a professional manner at meetings and community events. Maintain files/records on client services in compliance with HIPAA & CFR42 and other funding requirementsfor auditing purposes Participate in weekly supervision (group/individual) Incumbent must be able to work with people experiencing homelessness. Incumbent must display the ability to work effectively with adults with co-occurring substance use, history ofabuse, as well as mental /physical/developmental disabilities Able to work with clients from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, in Spanish to provide treatment to Spanish speakingclients. Ability to motivate/communicate effectively with individuals receiving SUD Counseling/Treatment Will participate in all required meetings, training, collaborations, and Behavioral Health Team meetingswithin the program and be prepared to discuss, educate, present or evaluate the nature and progress ofpresenting issues Will attend other meetings, training sessions, and seminars as needed to effectively perform dutiesaffiliated with this positionSecondary Functions Perform other duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor, Senior Manager, Associate Director ofBehavioral Health Services and/or Division Director Provide support to administrative and data-related information technology department functions Overtime, holiday, or weekend work is required as assignedMinimum Qualifications - Knowledge. Skills and Abilities Required Verification of Employment Eligibility and Background Check. 5 years of SUD Counselor work experience Knowledge of DSM-V Substance Abuse Criteria Knowledge of 12 step programs Ability to manage group settings Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities Experienced on Microsoft Word and Excel Must be a Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor with the approved certifying board, CAADE,CCAPP, CADTP Annual TB test clearance Maintain and uphold Agency mission statement, values, policies, procedures, and principles Drivers license is required with the ability to show proof of valid and up to date car insurance. Reliable transportation If in recovery, a minimum of three (3) years of being drug and alcohol free is MANDATORY.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Knowledge: Of Addictions, and effects/ symptoms of drug/alcohol choices. Skills:level of competency or proficiency needed for task performance Abilities: trait or capability necessary to perform the job Proficient in providing substance use disorder treatment in both English andSpanish a plus.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis person has no supervising duties.Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions)This position will require extensive interaction with homeless individuals, individuals with severe mental andphysical disabilities, the possibilities of individuals with infectious diseases, and other possible dangers associatedwith working in areas of high crime. You may be exposed to aggressive hostile clients. Incumbent must be readyto deal with traumas which may trigger personal trauma, must work in conjunction with other collaborative staffmembers, communicate with several sources including courts, Department of Children and Family Services, LawEnforcement, and other community agenciesPhysical Requirements The incumbent typically spends time sitting, standing, typing, thinking, writing, walking, driving, listening,and speaking. Must have the ability to lift up to 25lbsMental RequirementsThe incumbent to be able to perform effectively under any and all of the following: unpredictable situations,crisis, constant distractions, interruptions, uncontrollable changes in priorities/ work schedules, be able to processinformation, think and conceptualize. You must be able to effectively deal with personal trauma that may betriggered.________________________________________________________________________________________Special Service for Groups is an Equal opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer

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