Substance Abuse Counselor
Company: United American Indian Involvement
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: November 8, 2024
Job Description:
Job Location:Los Angeles, CA 90026 Reports to (title):Healthcare
Clinical Operations DirectorDepartment:Robert Sundance Family
Wellness Center Supervises:N/AWorking title:Substance Abuse
Counselor Classification:Non-ExemptSalary Range:$22.05 - $27.56
hourly Status:RegularHours/Week:40 Effective Date:February 2022Type
of Position:Full-time Revised Date:May 2024POSITION SUMMARYThe
RSFWC Substance Abuse Counselor is responsible for coordinating
substance abuse services for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN)
clients. The Substance Abuse Counselor identifies clients'
substance abuse treatment needs; develops recommendations and
treatment plans; provides direct services including counseling and
case management; collaborates with residential treatment providers
and other referring agencies; and facilitates linkages and
referrals to resources in the community. The Substance Abuse
Counselor is part of a multi-disciplinary team that provides
comprehensive substance abuse and mental health treatment for AI/AN
adolescents and adults.ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS &
RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct RSFWC departmental screening
and intake for program eligibility Conduct Global Appraisal of
Individual Needs (GAIN-Q) assessment to identify clients' treatment
planning needs Develop and monitor treatment recommendations and
individual case management plans for each client Provide referrals
and linkages to outside service providers, as needed Provide
individual substance abuse counseling Collaborate with our
partnering residential treatment providers Develop and implement
culturally appropriate substance abuse treatment plans and
aftercare services Facilitate culturally sensitive recovery groups,
relapse prevention, aftercare, and substance abuse education
workshops Collaborate with other members of the RSFWC treatment
team, including therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, social
workers, public health nurses and employment counselors to provide
comprehensive client care Document all client encounters and SOAP
notes into the Indian Health Service RPMS Behavioral Health System
Submit monthly reports and treatment logs to RSFWC Program Director
Maintain client charts and meet all documentation deadlines and
procedures, as required by funding sources, accrediting agencies,
contracts and UAII agency policy Represent the agency at community
events, meetings and during program reviews Attend and participate
in events to provide outreach to the community and to recruit
potential clients Attend all staff meetings and departmental and
agency events as required by the Program Director Arrange work
schedule to benefit the Center program and clients with the
approval of the Program DirectorKeep Director well informed
regarding activities, pending issues and potential problems Adhere
to agency policies and procedures and advances the goals of UAII in
a manner that embodies the agency's philosophyOther duties as
assigned or required to fulfill the purpose of the positionMINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONSQualifications:
Strong organizational skills that
reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks
seamlessly with excellent attention to detailStrong interpersonal
skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders,
including staff, board members, and external partnersExpert-level
written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated proactive
approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making
capabilityResourceful team-player, with the ability to also be
extremely effective independentlyProven ability to handle
confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various
competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of
customer/client service and responseDemonstrated ability to achieve
performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced
environmentActively seeks opportunities and proposes solutionsAble
to follow directions and use sound judgment when clear direction is
unavailableEducation &
Experience:
Associate's (AA) degreeMinimum of two
years' experience working in a drug and alcohol treatment
settingCertifications:
Certified as a Drug and Alcohol
Counselor, State of CaliforniaConfidentiality:
Maintain strict confidentiality of
client and personnel information adhering to HIPPA, professional
codes of conduct, State of CA regulations, Privacy Act, and UAII
policies and procedures This position has access to sensitive
information, and a breach in confidentiality will be grounds for
disciplinary action up to and including immediate
terminationCommunication/ Interpersonal Skills:
Demonstrable ability to communicate
effectively and professionally both verbally and in
writingProficient in EnglishTechnology Skills:
Proficient in Microsoft applications,
Word, Excel, Power Point Other:
Available and willing to travel as
neededAvailable to work evening and weekend hours as
neededResponsible for maintaining a valid counseling certification
and for ensuring timely completion of appropriate Continuing
Education Units for renewal of certification POSITION PREFERENCES
Experience working with the American
Indian/Alaskan Native communityExperience working with nonprofit
organizations, community groups, and performance-based government
contracts.Knowledge of Indian Self-Determination and Education
Assistance Act (Public Law 93-638)Bachelor's degree in Health,
Psychology, Social Work or Human Services CADAAC Certification
Experience working with adolescents and/or adult co-occurring
population A minimum of two years continuous sobrietyWORK
ENVIRONMENTWork Environment:The work environment characteristics
described here represent those employee encounters while performing
the primary functions of this job. Normal office conditions exist,
and the noise level in the work environment can vary from low to
moderate.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here
represent those that an employee must meet to perform the primary
functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of
this job, the employee is required to stand, walk frequently, sit,
bend, twist, talk, and hear. There are prolonged periods of
sitting, keyboarding, reading, as well as driving or riding in
transport vehicles. The employee must occasionally lift and move up
to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job
include reading, distance, computer, and color vision. Talking and
hearing are essential to communicate with staff and vendors. UAII
will make any practical, feasible, and reasonable arrangements to
accommodate qualified applicants and employees with disabilities if
it can do so without undue hardship.Mental Demands:There are
several deadlines associated with this position. The employee must
also multi-task and interact with various people on various and, at
times, complex issues. PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS In the performance
of their respective tasks and duties, all employees of United
American Involvement, Inc. (UAII) are expected to conform to the
following:
- Uphold all principles of confidentiality and patient care to
the fullest extent
- Meet or exceed the performance standards as set by your
supervisor
- Interact in an honest, trustworthy, and dependable manner with
clients, employees, and vendors
- Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Adhere to all professional and ethical behavior standards as
outlined in UAII's Employee Handbook
- Work independently and as a team member; consistently
demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, efficiency, excellent
internal and external customer service, high ethical standards, and
behavior that contributes to harmonious relationships EQUAL
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY United American Indian Involvement, Inc.
(UAII) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and
harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion,
age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local
laws. UAII abides by the mandates of the ADEA and the Fair
Employment Housing and Housing Act (FEHA)-protecting individuals 40
years and older-and considers age a non-merit factor in all
employment decisions and considerations. UAII abides by the
mandates of the ADA and FEHA and considers disability a non-merit
factor in all employment decisions and considerations. Furthermore,
UAII will make any practical, feasible, and reasonable arrangements
to accommodate qualified applicants and employees with disabilities
if it can do so without undue hardship. Applicants and employees
may request accommodations for a disability at any time in the
application process or during employment. This policy applies to
all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting,
hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall,
transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.OTHER
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
- Eligibility to work in the US
- Fingerprint clearance
- Pass a post-offer drug test
- Negative TB test result (annual requirement)
- Proof of vaccination against the flu (annual requirement)
- Proof of full vaccination against COVID, including one
Booster
- Valid CA driver's license if driving for the company
- Maintain auto insurance coverage if driving for the company
Keywords: United American Indian Involvement, Santa Barbara , Substance Abuse Counselor, Other , Los Angeles, California
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