Substance Abuse Counselor
Summary:
The Substance Abuse Counselor works with clients to establish healthy coping skills and a support network to sustain abstinence and to develop an individualized relapse prevention plan to maintain the client's recovery after they have completed The Intensive Outpatient Program.
Qualifications
Must possess a valid State of Maryland Licensure or Credential that allows for practice as a Certified Associate Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CAC-AD).
1-3 years' experience in a behavioral healthcare or substance abuse setting.
Knowledge of case management for dual diagnosis patient.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
Proficient with ICANotes is a plus
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
Proven ability to handle multiple projects under pressure.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
Understanding of diverse cultures and gender specific issues and the ability to incorporate needs of gender and culturally diverse groups into the organization.
Maintains appropriate confidentiality at all times when interacting with patients, residents, families, visitors, referral sources and all other contacts.
Displays excellent customer relation skills as evidenced by supportive and constructive communication with all contacts including coworkers, patients, residents, visitors, families and referral sources.
Responsibilities
Evaluate clients' mental and physical health, addiction, or problem behavior and assess their readiness for treatment
Assist clients in developing treatment goals and plans, including support of education about medically assisted treatment options and referral to / collaboration with other resources on the medical and psychiatric teams
Review and recommend treatment options with clients and their families; partner with IOP staff with after care plan
Assist clients develop skills and behaviors necessary to recover from their addiction or modify their behavior
Work with clients to identify behaviors or situations that interfere with their recovery
Educate families about addiction or behavior disorders and help them develop strategies to cope with those problems
Refer clients to other resources and services, such as support groups and job placement services.
Conduct outreach programs to help people identify the signs of addiction and other destructive behavior, as well as steps to take to avoid such behavior
Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.
Location: K&I Healthcare Services - Landover
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Work setting:
In-person
Education:
Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
Substance Abuse Counseling: 1 year (Required)
Behavioral health: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
CAC-AD (Required)
Shift availability:
Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Baltimore, MD 21201: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person