Addictions Counselor-Outpatient

Location

Hillsboro, OR | United States

Job description

Fora Health is seeking a full-time addictions counselor (AC) for its Hillsboro-based outpatient substance use disorder treatment program. The AC will be a core member of a new multi-disciplinary team charged with expanding access to medications to treat addiction in the Hillsboro area, with a particular focus on improving access to care for the Latinx population. The AC will be expected to work closely with a recovery mentor, a medical provider, and other Hillsboro counselors to provide evidence-based behavioral health interventions to all Hillsboro patients. The AC should also have a robust understanding of trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, medication-supported recovery, and harm-reduction.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidates must be familiar with strength-based counseling and have knowledge of dual diagnosis, systems of care and motivational interviewing
• Current CADC I is required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Willing and able to work both as a part of a team as well as independently
• Proficient in Microsoft applications and able to become proficient in electronic health records systems, Kipu preferred
• Effective and compassionate verbal, nonverbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish.
• Maintains confidentiality as required by Federal and State laws
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Initiative and problem-solving skills  
• Understands addictive thinking and the addictive personality
• Understands basic psychopharmacology
• Can describe warning signs, symptoms, and the course of substance use disorders
• Can describe how substance use disorders affect families and concerned others
• Can describe principles and philosophy of prevention, treatment, and recovery
• Demonstrates understanding and application of issues related to self-awareness, diversity, and ethics
• Effectively communicates and establishes rapport, incorporates foundational models (e.g., MI, DBT), and gathers data to complete clinical evaluation covering the scope of ASAM dimensions and mental health concerns
• Demonstrates ability to construct treatment plan with patient, to re-assess the plan and make changes as indicated
• Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to record treatment plans, session notes and progress of patient in relation to treatment goals and objectives consistent with agency standards
• Demonstrates ability to facilitate groups
• Able to effectively problem solve and troubleshoot
• Understands emergency situations and protocols (safe milieu management)
• Understands and integrates 12 step recovery principles in interactions with patients

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• For employees with a history of substance use disorder or identifying as a person in recovery, Fora Health requires certification of a minimum of two years’ continuous sobriety.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug test
• Successful completion of Tuberculin test and/or evaluation with negative results or documented evidence of non-communicability
• DHS criminal background approval

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This position generally works in an indoor office environment with infrequent travel between sites and/or off-site for meetings and/or trainings, or to special events.
• Office and team workspace is shared with other team members
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases which can encompass a variety of illnesses and infections, including tuberculosis, Hepatitis A, B, and C, and HIV for which personal protective equipment is provided.
• Possible exposure to upset, angry, severely traumatized, disabled or emotionally disturbed adults, adolescents, and families.

HOURS AND PAY

This is a full-time position earning $25.41-34.43 (including 5% pay differential for employees with fluent bilingual skills) per hour (depending upon experience) working 40 hours per week. This position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime compensation.

LOCATION

This position is an on-site position at our Hillsboro outpatient clinic located at 205 SE 3rd Avenue, Suite 100.

ABOUT FORA HEALTH

Looking for a meaningful career? At Fora Health, we employ a team of passionate, diverse and caring people who are committed to carrying out our mission to provide treatment, care and advocacy for all who are affected by substance use disorder. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our experienced team of professionals in the fight to overcome the stigma of addiction and mental health. Come join one of Oregon’s largest and most reputable providers of substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health treatment for adults!

Fora Health is committed to providing a wide range of accessible, coordinated, and well-integrated services that benefit the community and support our clients to recover and to maintain recovery from addiction. To maintain an organizational culture which supports Fora's mission, each employee will, at a minimum:

1. Have knowledge of substance use disorders.
2. Recognize the importance of family, social networks, and community systems in the treatment and recovery process.
3. Respect the diversity and uniqueness of all people.
4. Recognize that a healthy work environment is maintained through the practice of mutual respect and healthy self-care.
5. Uphold the highest standard of customer service to clients, referents, and all community partners.

BENEFITS

• Regence BlueCross BlueShield medical insurance
• Comprehensive dental and vision insurance
• Employer-paid basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Additional voluntary insurance (short-term disability insurance, supplemental group life insurance, accident & critical illness insurance, and pet insurance)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent care and transportation costs
• 401K plan with Employer Matching up to 6%
• 4 weeks paid vacation, one floating holiday & sick leave
• 10 observed holidays, paid bereavement and paid jury duty days
• Flexible schedules
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted 24 Hour Fitness membership from $6.99/month
• One free employee meal on days worked at our Cherry Blossom location
• Online education tools for CEUs
• Critical shift compensation up to double hourly pay rate and shift premiums for certain positions
• Employee referral bonus
• Education grant program reimbursement for continuing education expenses after 90 days of employment
• Loan forgiveness for eligible medical and clinic positions
• Free parking at our two facilities

Employees may be eligible for education grants:

• National Health Service Corps (NHSC)
• NURSE Corps
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Fora Health is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Fora Health encourages applications from those who are in recovery. Please note that we require individuals in recovery to certify that they have at least two years of continuous sobriety upon hire.

Fora Health is a second chance employer and complies with applicable laws regarding consideration of criminal background for employment purposes. Fora Health conducts a background check for all positions upon offer of employment. Government regulations, contractual requirements, or the duties of certain jobs may require us to take appropriate action to address prior criminal convictions.

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