SUD Counselor ll- Palm Avenue Detox
Location
San Mateo, CA | United States
Job description
JOB TITLE: SUD Counselor II
LOCATION: Palm Avenue Detox
Who are we? This position is responsible for collaborating with the Program Manager on creating a welcoming atmosphere for incoming clients, monitoring and preparing them for continued treatment in the broader system of care. Position will perform intakes/admissions, assessments, treatment plans, monitoring of client's progress, maintaining documentation per organization's guidelines and discharges.
In this role, you’ll make a difference in the lives of people with substance abuse challenges, and often with co-occurring conditions. You’ll use and grow your skills in compassionate care, crisis intervention and de-escalation, in a supportive and inclusive work environment. You’ll have the opportunity provide our community with substance abuse treatment to help people who are just discovering possibilities in their journey, going from a place of hopelessness to a place where they are valued and have the potential for a better life.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Ensure daily census requirements are being met by performing client admissions, transfers, assessments, referrals, and discharges daily
• Communicate daily with Clinical Supervisor and Program Manager to ensure services are being delivered in alignment with department policy
• Maintain a positive, welcoming approach with all incoming and present clients at the Detoxification Center
• Perform ASAM screening and assessment at intake
• Performs vitals sign patient self-monitoring tasks as needed to ensure clients fall within established safe stabilization guidelines.
• Perform initial screening/assessment, recovery and treatment planning/problem list and individual check-in with clients to ensure goals are being achieved
• Provide daily recovery plan meeting with clients to update Detoxification and referral progress.
• Reconcile daily logs, rosters, and other census information to ensure daily census accuracy
• Develop initial ongoing ASAM-informed referral and discharge planning with clients
• Meet weekly for group clinical supervision
• Inputs data into HSl's Electronic Health Record System (EHR) and/or the EHR platform of the County funder
• Witness client self-administration of medication ensuring accurate record is maintained in the medication tracker and EHR.
• Maintain a basic knowledge of medications used by clients
• Daily monitoring and maintenance of client EHR for errors, correcting and updating
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all staff members and community organizations
• Coordinate with program Case Manager to ensure referral mechanisms are properly engaged to maximize post-discharge treatment
• Maintain attendance and punctuality to perform duties as scheduled
• Attend all staff meetings and required agency meetings unless excused
• Responsible for always maintaining a clean environment
• Responsible for informing Program Manager of perceived household, environmental, participant, and personal needs when appropriate
• Drive program vehicle when necessary
• Confer with staff and other individuals in agency regarding participants
• Perform any other duties as assigned
• Performs withdrawal assessment scoring duties to ensure clients fall within established safe stabilization guidelines
• Responsible for supervising meal preparation and, when necessary, preparing and serving meals
• Adheres to confidentiality requirements as governed by HIPAA and 42 CFR
SUCCESS COMPETENCIES FOR POSITION:
(Competencies required to effectively perform the job) | FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE :
(Knowledge and skills required to effectively perform the job) |
- Client Focus – Gains insight into client needs, quickly establishes rapport and relationships using evidence based practices, provides compassionate and empathic client care to all program participants
- Problem Solving – uses logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions…looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answer.
- Being Resilient- Rebounds from setbacks faced in a high stress environment. Handles and manages crises effectively. Maintains stability when faced with conflict.
- Interpersonal Communication - delivers effective communication with a wide range of audiences. Addresses miscommunication quickly and appropriately. Conveys information clearly.
| - Certification or registration with either Substance Use state certifying body in California (CAADE/CCAPP/CADTP),
- Excellent computer skills, knowledge of data capture and data input into Electronic Health Records.
- Knowledge of alcohol and drug addiction
- ('Substance Use Disorder')
Knowledge of social model detox concepts
Experience working with customers or clients that feel overwhelmed or in a crisis (crisis intervention).
• Experience working with diverse populations and cultures - Experience working with customers or clients with co-occurring disorders and disabilities
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QUALIFICATIONS: (education and work experience)
• Registration or Certification with Substance Use state certifying body in California (CAADE/CCAPP/CADTP), or registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as an AMFT or ASW.
• If Registered, must be enrolled in curriculum meeting requirements for Certification and/or Licensure.
• At least one year working in direct or closely related field, I.e. Mental Health or High-Risk Population
Compensation and Benefits We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time and part time employees over 20 hours per week.
- 100% of medical, dental, Life and LTD for the employee and 50% for any dependents medical and dental coverage.
- PTO and Holiday pay.
- Retirement benefits after 6 months of service.
- Training and CEU opportunities.
And of course, the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a team of mindful, caring and passionate people at work every day!
Salary: $24-$26/hr depending on experience and qualifications. Available for a full-time position.
Horizon Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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