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Chemical Health Assessor (LADC or ADC-T)

Park Avenue Center

Chemical Health Assessor (LADC or ADC-T)

Minneapolis, MN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Work at Park Avenue Center in a SUPPORTIVE and NURTURING environment! 

    Our mission is to EMPOWER PEOPLE TO IMPROVE THEIR LIVES which we accomplish by living our core values of: CLIENTS FIRST - OWN IT -  BELIEVE IT -  GET BETTER -  GOT YOUR BACK

    We strive to be A PLACE WHERE PEOPLE WANT TO WORK AND CLIENTS WANT TO COME

    WHY PEOPLE ENJOY WORKING AT PARK:

    • WE ARE MENTAL HEALTH
      • co-occurring since 2008
      • on-site mental health clinic
      • support beyond treatment
    • OUR EXTRAORDINARY TEAM
      • multi-year StarTribune top workplace
      • multidisciplinary
      • dedicated support team
    • WE GET ISSUES
      • mental health
      • addiction
      • legal involvement
      • homelessness
      • family dynamics
    • CLIENTS FIRST PROGRAMMING
      • gender specific
      • African-American specific
      • individualized care
      • complex programs

    POSITION SUMMARY:  

    Under the direction of the Chemical Health Assessor Supervisor, responsible for completing Rule 25 and Chemical Health Assessments 

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:    

    • Conduct chemical health assessments, on or off-site, meeting Hennepin County Rule 25 and Minnesota Statute, Chapter 245G standards to make appropriate referral recommendations
    • Maintain all required correspondence with the Hennepin County review team, treatment facilities, child protection workers, probation officers, collateral contacts, and managed care organizations as applicable
    • Complete funding approvals to support referral recommendations as necessary
    • Participate in regular supervision meetings with the Chemical Health Assessor Supervisor
    • Work alongside peers to offer and receive support when needed
    • Sign and adhere to all requirements outlined in Hennepin County's Memorandum of Agreement
    • Complete assessments within seven (7) calendar days of initiation while ensuring accurate, detailed, and timely documentation, reflecting every attempt to contact concerned persons
    • Maintain a positive, professional and ethical demeanor with clients and within the community while following a strict code of ethics
    • Attend minimum required Hennepin County monthly assessor meetings

    KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

    • Must demonstrate competence in screening for and working with clients with co-occurring disorders; through education, training and experience
    • Knowledge of MN Statute Chapter 245G and licensing and its application to the department and company's policy and procedures
    • Ability to work in alignment with company values, goals, policies and procedures
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with co-workers
    • Ability to establish priorities, manage projects, and meet deadlines
    • Ability to maintain excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills in English
    • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and electronic medical record program; or ability to obtain efficiency after training

    EDUCATION/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

    • Must be a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) or have the ability to obtain an Alcohol and Drug Counselor Temporary permit (ADC-T)
    • Must complete Hennepin County Rule 25 Assessment training prior to or immediately following hire
    • Must obtain and maintain required continuing education units and training

    ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

    • Must be 18 years of age or older
    • Must be free of chemical use problems for at least the two years immediately preceding hire
    • Must pass a background check through the Minnesota Department of Human Services

    This is a full-time position offering a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, voluntary life insurance, company paid life insurance and short-term disability, 401k with company match, and a generous PTO package. Supervision for mental health licensure is also available.

    Park Avenue Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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