Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Sky Ranch Behavioral Services Executive Director this position will serve Sioux City, Iowa and surrounding Iowa counties as a substance use counselor. Substance Use Counselors are responsible for client growth by aiding in the development of interpersonal skill building for the purpose of developing a healthy recovery from substance use disorders. Counselors will follow treatment planning protocol to help address all areas of need for each individual client with a goal of achieving a happier, healthier life with sobriety. This position will maintain 60% or greater direct contact in delivery of face-to-face interventions. This is a full-time position requiring working flexible hours to best accommodate meeting the needs of the clients served to include evening hours.
About the Role
Conduct assessments, determine level of care based on The ASAM Criteria, and provide individual and group counseling sessions
Participate in team meetings, community outreach and required annual trainings
Support clients in addressing a variety of individualized goals to help obtain a successful recovery
File timely reports, comply with web-based reporting, online filing, and use of electronic health records system(s).
Communicate with and meet expectations with outside entities including, but not limited to: Juvenile and Adult probation officers, various court systems, Department of Human Services, other similar agencies, etc.
Professionally model and interact with clients in a positive and collaborative manner
Ensure compliance with Code of Ethics, confidentiality, mandated reporting, release of information, and overall ethical, legal, and best practices for delivery of substance use services
Maintain interpersonal skills, which display healthy boundaries while remaining open-minded and willing to try new ideas
Continually look for ways to improve quality of their own skills, and the work environment around them
Always maintain awareness of their environment and observe procedures to work in a safe and secure manner
Practices within professional areas of expertise and scope of practice. Practices under the supervision of an appropriately licensed professional (if required).
Participate in supervision as required and/or necessary for their certification and best practices for service delivery
Attend scheduled meetings with SRBS as applicable
Submit billing and timesheets promptly as required to SRBS Executive Director
Submit signed Client Paperwork and Notes promptly as scheduled
Submit new Treatment Plans for clients every 30 days
Maintain 60% direct productivity for unduplicated clients
Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements
Experience/Qualification Requirements and Personal Job Skills
Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CADC) or tCADC
Experience as a substance use counselor preferred
Possess Dependent Adult and Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Certificate
Possess a valid Driver’s License with proof of motor vehicle insurance
Demonstrated experience in providing culturally responsive services
Experience working with at risk individuals
Good written and verbal skills
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work responsibilities with limited supervision and/or structured guidance
Ability to build collaboration
Ability to motive individuals to make healthy changes
Computer skills
Good advocacy skills
Ability to form relationships and build partnerships
Pre-Employment Requirements
Valid driver’s license
Proof of vehicle insurance
Criminal, child abuse, and driving record background checks
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